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James Harden Opens Up on Sharing Spotlight With Donovan Mitchell on Cavaliers

The superstars that James Harden has partnered with in his illustrious NBA career could fill a hardback book. Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, Joel Embiid, Kyrie Irving, and Chris Paul are just a few of the big names Harden has teamed with in his 17 seasons.

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Temper your post-season expectations for the Cavaliers

The final weeks of the regular season are when the top teams visibly turn their attention to the postseason. They know who they are and what their identity will be in the playoffs.

NBA News / Stadium Rant / April 16

Lonzo Ball: A Case Study in Sports Prodigies

Lonzo Ball was slated to be the next big sports prodigy coming out of UCLA. A 6’5 playmaking point guard with defensive ability, a strong physical skillset and high upside?

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 16

Cavs Coach Kenny Atkinson Applauds James Harden’s Impact on Cavs’ Mentality

Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson didn’t have a special playoff message for his team, but he expressed his happiness with the team's mood ahead of Game 1 against the Toronto Raptors on Saturday.

LaMelo Ball News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

The '30-point, 10-assist game leaders by team' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Last 10 3-pointer game by NBA team' quiz

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / April 16

How James Harden and Evan Mobley have developed chemistry with limited playing time

INDEPENDENCE — Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson has been asked how James Harden has helped this team since his arrival in early February. He’s spoken at length about how good a passer he is and how skilled he is as a scorer.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Kenny Atkinson News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson keeping small forward spot ‘flexible’

Plenty is settled for the Cavs entering the playoffs. That fifth starter spot? Not so much. Coach Kenny Atkinson said he still hasn’t locked in who will join James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen in the opening lineup.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

James Harden, Evan Mobley, and Cavs going all-in on conditioning before Raptors playoff clash

The Cleveland Cavaliers are planning to run a lot in the first round of the NBA playoffs. After two days of hard cardio to prepare for the Toronto Raptors’ pace, James Harden and Evan Mobley know their opponent’s style will require plenty of endurance.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 15

The Cavaliers Rotation Adjustment That Could Define the Series vs. Raptors

As crazy as it sounds, the Cleveland Cavaliers’ injury problems throughout the regular season could benefit them in their first-round playoff series against the Toronto Raptors.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

Raptors vs. Cavaliers Game 1 Results According to NBA 2K26

We’ve got the Toronto Raptors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 1 results according to NBA 2K26 to see who the game thinks will win. The NBA Playoffs are finally her, and the top 16 teams will duke it out in a battle for the Larry O’Brien Trophy.

Jaylon Tyson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 15

Jaylon Tyson’s Role in Cleveland Cavaliers Playoff Rotation Is in Jeopardy

The Cleveland Cavaliers won 52 games in the regular season while using 41 different starting lineups. Due to significant roster changes and multiple key injuries, Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson leaned on Cleveland’s depth to get through the regular season.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 15

When Was the Last Time the Cleveland Cavaliers Won a Title?

The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to open the NBA postseason on Saturday against the Toronto Raptors. And after three years of early playoff exits, this may be the current core's final chance to win a title before being broken up.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Jarrett Allen News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 14

For Jarrett Allen, It’s Now or Never As NBA Playoffs Near

It’s put up or shut up time for Cavs big man Jarrett Allen. The NBA postseason tips off Saturday with the Cavs hosting the Raptors in the league’s first playoff series of the season.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 14

Cavaliers vs. Raptors Tactical Breakdown: Three Ways Cleveland Can Beat Toronto

On Saturday afternoon, the Cleveland Cavaliers will be hosting the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Playoffs. While this feels like a favorable matchup for the Cavs to move one step closer to their goals, there are still strengths that Toronto can provide that can make things difficult for Cleveland.

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The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 14

Cavaliers Playoff Schedule: Dates, Times, Opponents, TV Channel

The Cleveland Cavaliers season ended last night with a big win against the Washington Wizards where a majority of the teams big minutes players sat out.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13

Why the Cavs’ 52 wins with 41 different starting lineups bodes well for NBA playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers closed the 2025-26 campaign with their 41st starting lineup on Sunday, meaning they played literally half of their games with a different first five.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 13

Zach Lowe warns Donovan Mitchell at Cavaliers’ playoff crossroads

Zach Lowe shared his concerns about Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers’ chances going into the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Mitchell completed his eighth season in the league, his fourth with the Cavaliers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 13

Cleveland Cavaliers Can Avoid Boston Celtics Until Conference Finals

The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to embark on another NBA postseason, carrying high hopes of competing for an NBA championship. It’s been ten years since their last championship win, and while this team has been torn down and rebuilt since then, Cavaliers fans are itching for another title led by Donovan Mitchell and company.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 12

Cavaliers rest core players, deal another defeat to Wizards

Cavs’ James Harden opens up on title aspirations: ‘Here for a reason’

Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers keep Hawks from clinching playoff bid

The 'All-time NBA playoff 3-pointers' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 7

Record shooting night can't help Grizzlies break losing streak

No NBA team has ever made more three-pointers in a game than the Memphis Grizzlies did Monday night. Unlike the other teams that sank 27 or more threes, the Grizzlies couldn't win the game.

Knicks' Jalen Brunson takes over late to down Hawks

Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker shows why he's Most Improved Player vs. Knicks

Latest Cade Cunningham update signals good news for Pistons

Giannis Antetokounmpo has made a clear statement to the Bucks

The '2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers' quiz

Donovan Mitchell News / Larry Brown Sports / April 6