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The Cleveland Cavaliers Announce Their Summer League Schedule

If you're currently going through a bit of Cleveland Cavaliers withdrawal, you won't have to wait much longer. Sure, you won't see Donovan Mitchell or Evan Mobley, but some of the younger, intriguing players could be seeing the floor in the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League 2026.

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Former Cavaliers champion says he was snubbed from team reunion

The recent 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers reunion keeps proving to be more controversial than it was probably intended to be. Timofey Mozgov, a center on that Cavaliers team, said in a new interview that he never received an invite to the team’s recent get-together.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 26

Cavs Owner Dan Gilbert Discusses LeBron James, Hints At Potential Return

The NBA's free agency period is approaching, and teams are looking for the right pieces. There are contending teams a few moves away from winning it all, and on top of adding new talent, they want to retain the key pieces they have.

Meleek Thomas News / The Lead / June 26

How Will Meleek Thomas Fit on the Cavs’ Roster?

After trading out of the first round entirely, the Cleveland Cavaliers still managed to address dire needs with the selection of Meleek Thomas at No. 34.

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The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most career triple-doubles for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

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The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

James Harden News / Hoops Wire / June 26

Report again points to multiyear Cavs deal for James Harden

The expectation around the NBA hasn’t changed when it comes to James Harden and the Cavaliers. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported Friday that Harden is expected to decline his player option and sign a new multiyear contract with Cleveland, echoing what league insiders have believed throughout the offseason.

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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 / Fear The Sword / June 26

Cavs announce 2026 Summer League schedule

The Cleveland Cavaliers are gearing up for another trip to Las Vegas for the 2026 Summer League. Prospects such as Tyrese Proctor and the newest rookie, Meleek Thomas, are expected to suit up for Cleveland.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26

Only three teams reportedly 'make sense' for LeBron James

If LeBron James winds up as the odd man out with the Lakers, he most likely will have several suitors in free agency. But where will he land?

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

Lakers prepared to pay big for Knicks' top free agent, per sources

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 26

Cavaliers Missed Out on This Potential UDFA Gem During NBA Draft

The Cleveland Cavaliers may have just missed out on a potential big time NBA player looking back on the 2026 NBA Draft. During the NBA Draft, the Cavaliers already had decided to trade out of the first round, ultimately selecting guard Meleek Thomas from Arkansas.

James Harden News / Fear The Sword / June 26

Cavs final report card: James Harden – Cleveland doesn’t make it to conference finals without Harden

James Harden is an easy punching bag for the Cleveland Cavaliers. The flaws in his game are pretty obvious, and his teams have yet to come through on the biggest stages throughout his 17-year career.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 25

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.

Dan Gilbert News / Hoops Wire / June 25

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.

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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 / 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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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.

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

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.

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 / 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