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Cavaliers Demolish Mavericks 138-105 in Dominant Road Performance

The Cleveland Cavaliers needed a statement. After dropping four of their last seven games — including a gut-punch loss to Orlando just two nights earlier — they walked into American Airlines Center on Friday night and delivered one.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Watch Donovan Mitchell hit a windmill over Cooper Flagg

On Friday, the Cleveland Cavaliers visited the Dallas Mavericks. For Donovan Mitchell, he was looking to sustain his week of excellence. In the second quarter, Mitchell did just that.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / March 13

Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell Stays Strong On NBA Revisiting Coach’s Challenge Rule

After the Cavaliers fell to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday, star guard Donovan Mitchell had a suggestion for the NBA. Mitchell believes the league should reconsider the coach’s challenge rule, particularly when a team wins both of its challenges.

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NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 13

Where to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Dallas Mavericks Game Tonight: Time, Streaming, Breakdown

On Wednesday, the Orlando Magic just could not miss at times. Desmond Bane specifically could not seem to miss. After 35 points from Bane, the Cavaliers fell to Orlando 128-122.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 13

This Eye-Opening Stat Shows Just How Dangerous the Cavaliers’ New Core Four Can Be

If the Cleveland Cavaliers were healthy, they'd likely be on top of the Eastern Conference right now. But unfortunately, that's just simply not how the game of basketball works.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 13

Cavaliers start quest for consecutive wins in clash vs. Mavericks

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Dallas Mavericks will play the first half of a home-and-home set Friday night in Texas, with the foes possessing different outlooks in the final month of the regular season.

Jarrett Allen News / Hoops Wire / March 13

Cavs Will Again Be Without Jarrett Allen Against Mavericks

The Cavaliers will try to get back on track Friday night in Dallas. They will have to do it without one of their most dependable players. Center Jarrett Allen has been ruled out again, marking his fourth straight missed game.

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 12

Cavs Star Donovan Mitchell Urges NBA To Change Problematic Rule

Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell was incensed after his team’s loss against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. During the 128-122 defeat, the Cavaliers were constantly battling the Magic and the NBA officials.

Max Strus News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 12

How the Cleveland Cavaliers Should Reinsert Max Strus into the Lineup

It's only a matter of days until sharpshooting guard Max Strus returns to the lineup. The Cleveland Cavaliers have been without him for practically the entire 2025-26 NBA season, following surgery back in July 2025 to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 12

Mavericks vs. Cavaliers: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Head-to-Head Stats (Mar 13)

The Dallas Mavericks will be taking on the Cleveland Cavaliers this Friday. Amidst speculations about a possible franchise sale, the team has looked quite lacklustre in their approach.

James Harden News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 12

James Harden Explains What Cavaliers Need To Work on After Magic Loss

Following the Cleveland Cavaliers’ disappointing 128-122 defeat to the soaring Orlando Magic, James Harden did not hesitate to identify where improvements must begin.

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NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 12

Cleveland Cavaliers Fall to Orlando Magic as Top Seed Gap Grows

The Cleveland Cavaliers suffered a setback in their quest for a top-three seed in the Eastern Conference as they dropped a road game to the Orlando Magic 128-122.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Veteran Forward Close To Making Season Debut, How Does His Addition Affect The Cavaliers Rotation and Prospectus Down The Stretch

The Cleveland Cavaliers made two splashy moves at the trade deadline. But could the key trade have been the one they didn’t make? Veteran Forward Close

NBA News / Fear The Sword / March 12

13 Takeaways from Cavs disappointing 128-122 loss to Magic: ‘It’s a game we should’ve won’

The Cleveland Cavaliers fell to the Orlando Magic 128-122 in what could be a playoff preview. James Harden described his time in Cleveland as a whirlwind when asked about it after the game.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 12

Desmond Bane carries Magic offense to fifth straight win

After a slow start to the season, the Orlando Magic have had the NBA's best defense over the last five weeks. With Desmond Bane carrying the offense, the Magic have been tough to beat.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / The SportsRush / March 12

Kendrick Perkins Claims Cavaliers Have Done More to Build Around Donovan Mitchell Than They Did for LeBron James

It’s not been a perfect season for the Cleveland Cavaliers by any means. After finishing #1 in the East without much resistance last season, they faced many hiccups in 2025-26, which saw them struggle at times, to win games.

Max Strus News / Hoops Rumors / March 11

Max Strus Nearing Season Debut For Cavaliers

Veteran wing Max Strus was assigned to the Cavaliers‘ G League affiliate to practice on Wednesday and is expected to remain with the Charge for another practice on Thursday and “possibly” a light workout on Friday morning, reports Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com.

Lonzo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 11

LaVar Ball reveals he confronted Cavaliers about Lonzo Ball usage

It is very safe to say that the Cleveland Cavaliers’ acquisition of Lonzo Ball did not work out according to plan. Acquired in a straight-up trade with the Chicago Bulls for Isaac Okoro, Ball struggled mightily in his half-season with the Cavs.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / March 10

'Grateful' James Harden leads Cavaliers into battle with Magic

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard James Harden reached another career milestone, becoming the ninth member of the 29,000-point club Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 10

How James Harden, Evan Mobley can become Cavs’ ‘lethal combination’

Until Sunday afternoon, Evan Mobley had only played a handful of possessions as the Cleveland Cavaliers’ lone big man with James Harden running the show.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 11

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama could make NBA history if he plays in enough games

Victor Wembanyama has put the league on notice in just his third season with the San Antonio Spurs. That was underscored Tuesday, when Wembanyama posted 39 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks in a 125–116 win over the Boston Celtics.

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