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Cavs’ Dan Gilbert doesn’t exactly shut down LeBron James question

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert wasn’t trying to make news. Somehow, he may have done just that. Appearing on Nayeema Raza’s podcast, Gilbert smiled when the conversation briefly turned to James.

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Dan Gilbert nearing sale of minority stake in Cavs

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is reportedly nearing a deal to sell a minority stake in the franchise. As relayed by Sportico’s Kurt Badenhausen, Gilbert is close to selling a 5-to-10 percent interest in both the Cavs and Cleveland’s future WNBA franchise to investment firm Blue Owl at a reported $5.5 billion valuation.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Why Cavaliers Made Right Decision Trading out of NBA Draft’s First Round

The Cleveland Cavaliers made an interesting decision by trading out of their No. 29 overall first round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on Wednesday. While this was a bit of a surprise to Cavs fans who likely stayed up late on Tuesday night to see who the Cavaliers would select, it can be seen as a worthwhile move looking ahead.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / June 25

Cavs to sign Rashaun Agee to Exhibit 10 contract

The Cavaliers continue to fill out their Summer League roster. According to DraftExpress’ Jon Chepkevich, Cleveland has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with undrafted forward Rashaun Agee.

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The '2nd-overall NBA Draft picks' quiz

How many of the players to be taken second-overall in each NBA Draft since the lottery era began in 1985 can you name in six minutes?

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Meleek Thomas News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 25

How Meleek Thomas Fits Into the Cavaliers During Rookie Season

With the Cleveland Cavaliers in need of frontcourt depth rather than a guard, the selection of Meleek Thomas was surprising at first. But when you weigh it up, the move for Thomas does make sense.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Koby Altman Admits Meleek Thomas Doesn’t Perfectly Fit Cavs' Roster

The Cleveland Cavaliers added another guard to their logjam at the position during the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. Arkansas guard Maleek Thomas was one of the best players remaining on the board when the Cavaliers were on the clock at No.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Cavaliers Have 2 Serious Problems After Maleek Thomas Draft Pick

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a high-energy rookie in Meleek Thomas, who can score the ball and can be a pesky defender, but there are drawbacks. Hopefully, over time, the Cavs can rectify them and make Thomas a strong, seasoned player that they need.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 25

Cavs Get First Round NBA Draft Value With Meleek Thomas at Pick 34

With the 34th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers took Arkansas three-and-d guard Meleek Thomas. The Cavs traded their 29th pick in the

Evan Mobley News / Fear The Sword / June 25

Cavs final report card: Evan Mobley

Evan Mobley didn’t take the massive leap that many fans hoped for this season. But the fifth-year player did show meaningful improvements throughout the Cleveland Cavaliers’ run to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Stadium Rant / June 25

What Meleek Thomas Brings To The Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Meleek Thomas with the 34th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. After trading out of round one, Cleveland got their guy in round two.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / June 24

Cavs receive B-minus grade for selection of ‘gunner’ Meleek Thomas

So, the Cavaliers traded down, picked former Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas at No. 34, and then sang his praises afterward. All of it earned them a draft grade of B-minus from ESPN’s Ben Golliver.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / June 24

Cavs Draft Grades: Meleek Thomas

The Cleveland Cavaliers selected Meleek Thomas 34th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 6’4″ combo guard has 3-and-D potential for Cleveland, even if he doesn’t fit their most pressing needs.

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Koby Altman News / Hoops Wire / June 24

Koby Altman: Cavs couldn’t pass on Meleek Thomas in draft

The Cavaliers believe they got a first-round talent in the second round. After trading down from No. 29 to No. 34 and picking up a future second-round selection, Cleveland selected Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas on Wednesday in the NBA Draft.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 24

What To Know About the Cleveland Cavaliers Newest Draft Pick Meleek Thomas

Last night, the Cleveland Cavaliers were sitting at No. 29 with multiple options available. However, once that pick came around it was traded to the Sacramento Kings.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 24

NBA Draft Grade for Cavaliers No. 34 Pick Meleek Thomas

The NBA Draft tipped off last night, with many young stars realizing their dream of getting drafted into the highest level of basketball. AJ Dybantsa went No.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / 5 GOATs / June 24

Meleek Thomas drafted, traded to Cleveland Cavaliers: Analysis, contract details, more

The Sacramento Kings selected Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas with the No. 34 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, which has been traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 24

NBA Rumors: Cavs, Jarrett Allen, Blazers, Micah Nori, ESPN

LeBron James has yet to reach a deal with the Lakers in free agency. So naturally, people are still going to bring up the Cavaliers. More specifically, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said the Lakers would have immediate interest in a sign-and-trade involving James if it meant acquiring Cavs center Jarrett Allen.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24

Insider floats idea of Lakers adding All-Star big man in LeBron James sign-and-trade

Could the Lakers resolve LeBron's future with this interesting move?

Cavs exercise team option on Craig Porter Jr

Three NBA players who won't live up to their next contract

Three NBA players who will out-earn their next contract

The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Cavaliers draft, trades UConn legend to Kings for multiple picks

The Cleveland Cavaliers entered the 2026 NBA Draft anticipated to land a UConn basketball star. Except Alex Karaban landed at No. 29 over the projected pick Tarris Reed.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 23

Three NBA players who will out-earn their next contract

These are three players who, at the right price and with the right team, could be the final pieces to an NBA championship run and may out-earn whatever contract they get next.

Three NBA players who won't live up to their next contract

Bill Simmons shares bombshell Jaylen Brown, Celtics prediction

Karl-Anthony Towns trade looking disastrous for Timberwolves

The '3-Point-shooting leaders by season' quiz

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / June 23