Cleveland Cavaliers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Donovan Mitchell News / Total Pro Sports / February 3

Donovan Mitchell’s Unclear Future Puts Cavaliers in a Tough Spot

Before the start of the 2025-2026 NBA season, many pundits were high on the Cleveland Cavaliers’ chances to top the watered-down Eastern Conference. It’s safe to say that they haven’t capitalized on their opportunity.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 3

Cavs are reportedly looking to make an additional trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers have made two trades in the last week. The most recent being the sizemic move that sent James Harden to Cleveland and Darius Garland to the Los Angeles Clippers.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Cavaliers Trade Darius Garland For Clippers’ James Harden

CLEVELAND — The LA Clippers and Cleveland Cavaliers have completed a trade centered on point guards James Harden and Darius Garland. The Clippers acquire Garland, a two-time NBA All-Star.

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James Harden-Darius Garland trade grades: Clippers clearly come out ahead of Cavaliers in All-Star swap · CBSSports.com

Cavaliers-Clippers swap stars: Grading both sides of James Harden-Darius Garland trade · ESPN

Clippers trade James Harden to Cavaliers for Darius Garland: Why L.A. and Cleveland agreed to blockbuster · CBSSports.com

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 3

Cavs Trade Grade: Cleveland exchanges future security for James Harden

The Cleveland Cavaliers made their most surprising trade in franchise history. They sent out their 26-year-old All-Star point guard for someone who’s more accomplished and 10 years his senior in James Harden.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Clippers trade James Harden to Cavaliers in blockbuster deal

The Cleveland Cavaliers swung for the fences Tuesday to land James Harden before the trade deadline.

James Harden reportedly had brutal reason for wanting a trade

Stephen A. Smith reveals why James Harden leaving the Clippers isn't 'a mistake'

Grizzlies get huge haul for blowing up their team with Jaren Jackson Jr. blockbuster

Big update emerges on LeBron James' status for the trade deadline

Bulls make 'pre-agency' push with deadline deals

Warriors have involved Draymond Green in active trade talks

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 3

Cavs' risky James Harden trade might not help them in playoffs

Cavaliers' high-risk trade for James Harden might not help them in the playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers should be going all-in to win an NBA title this year. The player they got for the all-in push is a more questionable decision.

Harden reportedly had brutal reason for wanting a trade

Stephen A. Smith reveals why Harden leaving the Clippers isn't 'a mistake'

Bulls make 'pre-agency' push with their deadline deals

Big update emerges on LeBron James' status for the trade deadline

Rockets' Kevin Durant reportedly vetoed a trade to one team

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / February 3

The Cavaliers reportedly contacted teams about two big names

The Cleveland Cavaliers are in the midst of the NBA’s trade deadline are leaving no stone unturned. In rumors that are ramping up by the minute, it appears the Cavaliers are in the mindset of taking only big swings.

James Harden News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

James Harden reportedly had brutal reason for wanting a trade

If this really is the primary reason for Harden’s trade request, the Clippers and their fans will likely feel jilted.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Ranking the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2026 Blockbuster Trade Targets Ahead of the Deadline

The Cleveland Cavaliers have popped up in numerous trade discussions as the 2026 deadline approaches. On the evening of Monday, Feb. 2, the Cavaliers were reportedly deep in talks with the Los Angeles Clippers on a potential swap involving guards Darius Garland and James Harden.

Anthony Davis News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Latest Cavaliers Trade Rumor Links Cleveland to Anthony Davis

After making a move to send forward De'Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for better depth at the guard position, the Cleveland Cavaliers are looking to shake things up further.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Cavaliers Aggressively Pursuing Trades Involving A Pair Of Veterans, Where Could They Land?

Like the Chicago Bulls, the Cleveland Cavaliers don’t figure to be done making moves. However, the Cavaliers have a narrow focus in their search for trade partners.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Cavaliers Make Moves For Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers have been surprisingly busy heading into the trade deadline. They have entered surprise trade talks with the Clippers for James Harden.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Trade Deadline Update: Rumors, Targets, And Reports

The Cleveland Cavaliers capped off their NBA trade deadline season last year by trading for former Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter. With the 2026 trade deadline season approaching quickly, Hunter was traded out of Cleveland on the evening of January 31.

Lonzo Ball News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 3

Cavs, Hornets have discussed trade to team up LaMelo, Lonzo Ball

Recently, the Cleveland Cavaliers decided to shake things up by sending De’Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder, with the Chicago Bulls also being involved in the trade.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / February 3

Cavs Rumors: Jarrett Allen, Lonzo Ball, Darius Garland, James Harden

League sources tell The Athletic’s Sam Amick that the Cavaliers have explored the idea of trading veteran center Jarrett Allen, whose three-year, $90.7 million extension begins in 2026-27.

Max Strus News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 3

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers Are Shopping Max Strus Ahead of NBA Trade Deadline

The 2025-26 campaign has probably been a year that Max Strus wishes he could forget. Following a disappointing finish to the 2024-25 season that saw the Cleveland Cavaliers knocked out of the playoffs, sharpshooter Strus was hoping to see himself and the team respond well coming out of the games this season.

Dennis Schroder News / Hardwood Heroics / February 3

'This Puts Them Back in the Playoff Hunt' – Cleveland Cavaliers Draw Encouraging Outlook From Former NBA Champion After Dennis Schroder Trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers recently traded De’Andre Hunter in a three-team deal involving the Chicago Bulls and Sacramento Kings to acquire Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis, bolstering their guard depth.