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James Harden Addresses His Future With Cavaliers After Playoff Exit

James Harden's playoff run with the Cleveland Cavaliers didn't end the way fans had hoped, and the questions that followed were inevitable. The Cavaliers got swept out of the Eastern Conference semifinals by the New York Knicks, with the final blow coming in Game 4.

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Cavs expected to retain top basketball exec Koby Altman

While plenty of questions surround the Cavaliers after their Eastern Conference finals sweep at the hands of the New York Knicks, one thing appears fairly clear.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Athlon Sports / May 26

Donovan Mitchell's Actions on Cavaliers Bench During Game 4 Blowout

No one can fault Donovan Mitchell for what happened to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals. The seven-time All-Star left it all on the floor for the Cavs in what turned out to be an embarrassing 4-0 series sweep at the hands of the New York Knicks.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 25

Charles Barkley slams Cavaliers for ‘quitting’ in Game 4 vs. Knicks

Charles Barkley added insult to the Cleveland Cavaliers’ injury on Monday as they limped their way out of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Cavaliers put on a miserable effort in the first half of Game 4 against the New York Knicks, in front of their home fans, no less, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.

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The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

How many of the players to score 30 points the most time in one playoff run for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

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Kenny Atkinson News / Hoops Wire / May 25

Kenny Atkinson hints strongly he expects to return as Cavs coach

Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson sure sounded like a man who expects to be back. Whether he actually will be is another question entirely. The Cavs were embarrassed Monday night in a season-ending 130-93 home loss to the Knicks in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals, completing a stunning sweep in a series that frankly wasn’t very competitive.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 25

Jalen Brunson made Knicks history with ECF MVP win

Jalen Brunson makes Knicks history with Eastern Conference Finals MVP win

The New York Knicks successfully swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals in Game 4 on Monday, with a final score of 130-93, cementing Jalen Brunson and the team in NBA history.

Knicks player going through mental health episode after ‘upsetting experience’

Travis Kelce had classy reaction to Knicks' Game 3 win over Cavaliers

Cavaliers HC Kenny Atkinson has bizarre take on Eastern Conference Finals

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

Donovan Mitchell News / EssentiallySports / May 26

Donovan Mitchell’s Heated Huddle Moment Emerges as NBA Reporter Predicts Cavs HC’s Firing During Game 4 vs. Knicks

The atmosphere inside the Rocket Arena during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals reached a boiling point at halftime. With the New York Knicks holding a commanding 68-49 lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell’s team was at a brink of a sweep.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 25

Cavs enter offseason facing major questions after East finals collapse

For the Cavaliers, the offseason has officially arrived. And with it comes a whole lot of questions. Fair or not, the first one will probably center on coach Kenny Atkinson and whether he’s back next season.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Yardbarker / May 25

Knicks' team-oriented approach takes them to NBA Finals

For decades, the New York Knicks focused their efforts on attracting a superstar to play in the Big Apple. Now they're back in the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years, thanks to building a true team.

Jalen Brunson makes Knicks history with ECF MVP win

Charles Barkley slams Cavaliers for ‘quitting’ in Game 4 vs. Knicks

Everyone made the same joke after Knicks blitzed Cavs in Game 4

Winners, losers from Knicks-Cavs Game 4

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson going through mental health episode

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 26

Winners, losers from NBA playoffs: Knicks sweep Cavaliers

The New York Knicks delivered another blowout in a closeout game and turned Rocket Arena into Madison Square Garden Midwest with a 130-93 win. The Cleveland Cavaliers are going home after another ugly loss in front of their home fans, and the Knicks are headed to the Finals for the first time since 1999.

Knicks' team-oriented approach takes them to NBA Finals

Jalen Brunson makes Knicks history with Eastern Conference Finals MVP win

Everyone made the same joke after Knicks blitzed Cavaliers in Game 4

Kenny Atkinson hints strongly he expects to return as Cavs coach

The 'NBA Playoffs scoring leaders' quiz

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / May 25

Cavs Starting Strus Over Wade For Game 4; Schröder Out

The Cavaliers are making a change to their starting lineup ahead of Monday’s do-or-die Game 4 vs. New York, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, who reports that Max Strus will replace Dean Wade at small forward.

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The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

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The '35-5-5 Conference Finals games' quiz

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 25

Stephen A. Smith buries Kenny Atkinson for ‘analytically’ winning comment

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson made an interesting comment after his team fell 0-3 to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals.

LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / May 25

Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo Drops Brutal Take on Why Cavaliers Should 'Absolutely Not' Bring LeBron James Back

The buzz around a LeBron James reunion with the Cleveland Cavaliers is growing as he approaches unrestricted free agency this summer. However, not everyone is on board with the idea.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Pro Sports / May 25

Stephen A. Smith Destroys Kenny Atkinson Over Cavaliers’ 'Analytical' Comments

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ playoff collapse talk is already loud, but the noise hit a new peak after a fiery media moment reported by ESPN’s “First Take” coverage featuring Stephen A.

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 25

NBA Champion Wants More From Donovan Mitchell, Better Effort From Cavs in Game 4

Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers have plenty of work to do and it can't be accomplished without increased effort across the board, starting with their superstar guard.

Kenny Atkinson News / Ball Exclusives / May 25

Cavs HC Kenny Atkinson: ‘Analytically, we’ve won two out of three’

Down 0-3 to a red-hot New York Knicks team, the Cleveland Cavaliers are on the verge of being eliminated from the Eastern Conference Finals. Despite the deficit, Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson expressed confidence when speaking to reporters on Sunday.

Jaylon Tyson News / Total Pro Sports / May 25

Jaylon Tyson Puts Entire League on Notice as Cavaliers Remain 0-3 Against Knicks

The Cleveland Cavaliers are one loss away from watching their season end. Though fans are far from impressed, given the current motivating factor inside the locker room.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Stadium Rant / May 25

How The Cleveland Cavaliers Season Ended In One Quarter

The Cleveland Cavaliers have found themselves on the brink of elimination, and many people are asking the same question: Where did it all go wrong? The situation Cleveland is in was avoidable to say the least, and they will be kicking themselves for the missed opportunity.

Donovan Mitchell News / Total Pro Sports / May 24

Donovan Mitchell Holds All the Leverage as Massive Cavaliers Offseason Decision Looms

As the Cleveland Cavaliers wobble on the edge of playoff elimination, all eyes are on star player Donovan Mitchell and the uncertain future that lies ahead.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 24

Everything James Harden and Jarrett Allen Said After Cavs Crushing Game 3 Loss

The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the brink of elimination. After Saturday night’s 121-108 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Cleveland now heads into Monday facing a 3-0 deficit and the reality that one more loss ends its season.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / May 24

Cavs Have Shown No Interest In Trading Mobley For Giannis

After losing Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals to New York on Saturday, the Cavaliers are one game away from being eliminated from the playoffs and having to answer some difficult questions about their roster, which was the NBA’s most expensive in 2025/26.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 23

Cavaliers accused of quitting in Game 3 against the Knicks

The Cleveland Cavaliers did not quite get an “A” for effort during Saturday’s Game 3. The Cavaliers lost again on Saturday to the New York Knicks, this time at home in front of their local crowd at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.