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‘Congratulation for Shutting Me Up’: Udonis Haslem Concedes on Live TV as Donovan Mitchell Finally Breaks Career Curse

‘Congratulation for Shutting Me Up’: Udonis Haslem Concedes on Live TV as Donovan Mitchell Finally Breaks Career Curse

The Cleveland Cavaliers finally put an end to their rollercoaster semi-final series with an emphatic Game 7 win, defeating the Detroit Pistons. Given their inconsistency, Donovan Mitchell & co.

James Harden News / EssentiallySports / May 18
James Harden’s Game 7 Display Sparks Controversy as Cavs’ Multi-Year Plan for 36-Year-Old Guard Emerges

James Harden’s Game 7 Display Sparks Controversy as Cavs’ Multi-Year Plan for 36-Year-Old Guard Emerges

James Harden already has 31 playoff games in his career in which he finished with more turnovers than made field goals. This postseason alone, suiting up for the Cleveland Cavaliers, the 36-year-old has five instances.

Donovan Mitchell News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18

Donovan Mitchell’s old prediction resurfaces after beating Pistons in Game 7

Donovan Mitchell proved he was a man of his word on Sunday as he led the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Eastern Conference Finals. Mitchell powered his team to a resounding 125-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons in Game 7 in front of a stunned home crowd at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich.

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The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz

The 'No. 2-scorers by NBA champion' quiz

How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 18

Cavs finally looked like the team they believe they are

Random dribbles following the Cavaliers’ 125-94 Game 7 road walloping of the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. 1. Well, that sure was unexpected. Maybe not to the Cavs, maybe not to you … but it was to me.  2.

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The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history

The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history

Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / May 18

Cavs Owner Dan Gilbert Sends 22 Buses to Detroit as Donovan Mitchell & Co. Reward Bold Game 7 Move vs. Pistons

“I promise you we will do everything,” Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert wrote after losing to the Indiana Pacers last week. The owner, since 2005, has a habit of going to extremes.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 18
Pistons learned a lesson in tough Game 7 loss to Cavaliers

Pistons learned a lesson in tough Game 7 loss to Cavaliers

The Detroit Pistons had high hopes heading into Game 7 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but things went the other way as the team fell hard, losing 125-94.

Cavaliers crush Pistons, advance to Eastern finals vs. Knicks
Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert creates a home-court advantage on the road
Knicks' OG Anunoby makes revealing comments about injury ahead of ECF
The 'Last 40-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 17
Cavaliers Destroy Pistons In Game 7 To Advance To Eastern Conference Finals; 5 Key Takeaways

Cavaliers Destroy Pistons In Game 7 To Advance To Eastern Conference Finals; 5 Key Takeaways

The Cleveland Cavaliers answered every question surrounding them with a dominant Game 7 performance, crushing the Detroit Pistons 125-94 to punch their ticket to the Eastern Conference Finals.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / May 18
Cavaliers advance to ECF after shocking blowout victory over Pistons

Cavaliers advance to ECF after shocking blowout victory over Pistons

The Cleveland Cavaliers destroyed the Detroit Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. The Pistons came out the gates sloppy, mishandling passes and missing easy opportunities.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history

The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history

The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.

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 The 'PGA Championship host courses' quiz
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 The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz
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 The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
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 The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
James Harden News / Total Pro Sports / May 18
Cleveland Cavaliers Expected to Keep Veteran Superstar No Matter How Playoffs End

Cleveland Cavaliers Expected to Keep Veteran Superstar No Matter How Playoffs End

The Cleveland Cavaliers are having a tough run in this year’s postseason in the hopes of coming out on top of the East. But no matter the outcome, they want to keep James Harden at all costs.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 18
Winners, losers from Game 7 between Cavaliers, Pistons

Winners, losers from NBA playoffs: Cavaliers trounce Pistons in Game 7

The Pistons' magical season is over, and both conference finals series are set. Here are the winners and losers from Game 7 in Detroit.

Pistons learned a lesson in tough Game 7 loss to Cavaliers
Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert creates a home-court advantage on the road
Pistons' J.B. Bickerstaff had intriguing comment about James Harden
Cavaliers have reportedly already made decision on Harden
Knicks' OG Anunoby makes revealing comments about injury ahead of ECF
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 17
Cavaliers owner creates a home-court advantage on the road

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert creates a home-court advantage on the road

The Cleveland Cavaliers won two road games in Detroit to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. Their owner made sure the Cavs got to see some friendly faces in the Motor City.

Cavaliers have reportedly already made decision on James Harden
Knicks' OG Anunoby makes revealing comments about injury ahead of ECF
Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson is being linked to one team in free agency
76ers owner reacts to Knicks fan takeover
The 'Last 40-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 17
Cavaliers have reportedly already made decision on James Harden

Cavaliers have reportedly already made decision on James Harden

The Cleveland Cavaliers do not yet know how their season will end, but they appear ready to commit to Harden.

Pistons look to close out Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers in Game 7
Pistons' Cade Cunningham excited to return to Detroit for Game 7 vs. Cavaliers 
Bench players carry Pistons to Game 6 win over Cavaliers
The 'Last 40-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / May 17
Cavs’ future highly likely to be shaped by what happens in Game 7

Cavs’ future highly likely to be shaped by what happens in Game 7

This is it for the Cavaliers. Game 7 in Detroit isn’t just about advancing. It’s about everything that comes next. On the surface, it’s simple. Win, and the season continues.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 17
Where to Watch Cavaliers vs. Pistons Game 7 Tonight: Preview, Breakdown

Where to Watch Cavaliers vs. Pistons Game 7 Tonight: Preview, Breakdown

Game 7 once again. Yet another big game for the Cleveland Cavaliers to play if they want to make it to the next round. This time however, the Cavs have to win on the road.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 16
Cavs’ Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen reveal plan to slowing down Pistons bigs in Game 7

Cavs’ Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen reveal plan to slowing down Pistons bigs in Game 7

For most of the second-round NBA playoff series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen have thoroughly outplayed and outwitted Jalen Duren.

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