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Peyton Watson News / NBA Draft on SI / August 22
Could Peyton Watson Trade Limit Minutes for Cavaliers' Rookie?
The NBA offseason has seen a handful of high-profile players switch teams. Most of the summer's biggest transcations are in the rear-view mirror, as LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, LaMelo Ball and others have all found new homes ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Mario Hezonja News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 22
3 Reasons Mario Hezonja’s 37 Points for Croatia Matter for the Cavs
There is never a shortage of basketball in the summer. BIG3 is in the midst of their Finals this weekend, while the WNBA continues on. Two years until the Cleveland Sirens! But, this isn’t about that.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Peyton Watson News / AirJordanChronicles / August 22
Peyton Watson lands $88M deal after blockbuster three-team NBA trade
The Denver Nuggets balked at extension talks, and Peyton Watson is now on his way to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The No. 30 overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft gets a big move through a multi-team trade deal after his breakout season.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 21
Cavs Notes: James Harden, Peyton Watson, Max Strus
James Harden apparently did more than wait around while the Cavaliers figured out their summer. He helped recruit Peyton Watson to Cleveland. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst on the Hoops Collective podcast, Harden made his pitch to Watson when the two were together at Fanatics Fest in New York last month.
Cam Whitmore News / Hoops Wire / August 21
Cavs haven’t decided Cam Whitmore’s fate, could explore trade first
The Cavaliers may ultimately waive Cam Whitmore. They just aren’t there yet. Despite speculation that the Cavs will move on from Whitmore after acquiring him in the five-team Peyton Watson trade, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reports that they have not made a final decision on the 22-year-old forward.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 22
Nuggets replace Peyton Watson by signing future Hall of Famer
The Denver Nuggets lost 23-year-old Peyton Watson this week. They're pivoting by replacing him with a 37-year-old. DeMar DeRozan plans to continue his Hall of Fame career by signing a one-year deal with the Nuggets.
Mario Hezonja News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 21
How Cavs Fans Can See Mario Hezonja in Action Before Training Camp
Cleveland Cavaliers fans will have an early chance to catch Mario Hezonja in action. Having signed for the Cavs on July 26 on a one-year deal worth $2.8 million, Hezonja makes his return to the NBA after a six-year hiatus, having joined from EuroLeague giants Real Madrid.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / EssentiallySports / August 21
'He Recruited Peyton Watson': ESPN Reporter Reveals Stunning Details on James Harden’s $97M Contract
James Harden walked away from $42.3 million to reshape his future. His decision quickly opened a different door in Cleveland. Harden and the Cavaliers found common ground, with both sides looking beyond a contract.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
James Harden News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 21
How James Harden’s Re-Signing Impacts Cleveland Cavaliers Salary Cap
James Harden agreed to sign a 3 year $97 million dollar deal to return to the Cavaliers with a player option in the final year. This is quite a large signing that many have been anticipating for the Cavs for months, so how will the signing affect the salary cap this season?
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 21
Dennis Schröder Opens Up on His Time With Cleveland Cavaliers After Trade
Heading to his 12th team in 14 NBA seasons, Dennis Schröder has not been able to call any one place home for too long. The Charlotte Hornets are the newest squad that the German guard will be bringing his talents to.
Peyton Watson News / Stadium Rant / August 21
Peyton Watson Cavaliers: 2 Crucial Ways He Makes The Team Better
The Peyton Watson Cavaliers era begins. Can the Cleveland Cavaliers’ big trade help them make it out of the Eastern Conference? Following the the Watson trade, Cleveland signed him to a 4-year, $88 million contract.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Lindy's Sports / August 21
James Harden Sacrifice Clears Path for $97 Million Cavaliers Return
On Thursday, August 20, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that future Hall of Famer James Harden‘s foray into free agency is over, as he re-signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers, the team he finished last season with.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / August 21
Cavs Reacts: Fans slam the over on Cleveland’s win total 
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cavs fans and fans across the country.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 21
LeBron James reacts to Cavs’ Peyton Watson trade
LeBron James apparently approves of the Cavaliers’ newest addition. James showed some love to Peyton Watson on Instagram after the Cavaliers acquired the 23-year-old forward from the Nuggets as part of Wednesday’s massive five-team trade.
James Harden News / Stadium Rant / August 21
James Harden Contract: Cavaliers Commit $97 Million To Their Win-Now Core
James Harden’s contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers is a reported three-year, $97 million deal that includes a 2028-29 player option and a 15% trade kicker.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 20
James Harden makes expected decision after Cavaliers lose LeBron James sweepstakes to 76ers
The Cavaliers acquired Harden this past February as a championship-or-bust move.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / August 20
Dubai Basketball Hires Tristan Thompson As Global Ambassador
Longtime NBA big man Tristan Thompson has been hired by Dubai Basketball as a global ambassador, the EuroLeague team announced in a press release. In his
Cleveland Cavaliers News / TWSN / August 20
The Cleveland Cavaliers Just Saved Their Offseason
The 2026 NBA offseason hadn’t necessarily gone as expected for the Cleveland Cavaliers as they completely miss out on signing LeBron James and hadn’t made any significant moves despite coming off a deep playoff run.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
Cavaliers are actively trying to trade 1 former NBA Finals piece
Dennis Schroder is already gone, but the Cleveland Cavaliers are still looking to do some selling. The Cavaliers are making an “active” effort to trade away veteran forward Max Strus, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported this week.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / August 15
Former LeBron James teammate reveals why he didn't return to Cleveland
Another return to the Cleveland Cavaliers would've been the perfect movie-like ending to the LeBron James story. Alas, it was not to be.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14
Hornets get much-needed point guard depth with Dennis Schroder trade
The Hornets swung a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday afternoon to add a true backup point guard to their rotation for the upcoming season.
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