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On YouTubeSam Merrill News / Fear The Sword / January 10
Sam Merrill brings much-needed ‘randomness’ and ‘chaos’ to Cavs’ starting lineup in win over Timberwolves 
The Cleveland Cavaliers used their 22nd different starting lineup of the season in Saturday’s 146-134 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. After the team’s best offensive showing of the season, it’s fair to wonder whether or not Sam Merrill should be in the starting lineup going forward.
Evan Mobley News / Fear The Sword / January 10
Winners and Losers: Cavs vs Wolves – Evan Mobley dominates the second half
The Cleveland Cavaliers got their revenge, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves behind a dominant second half. If you’re in line for another Evan Mobley leap, stay in line!
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / January 10
Five Cavs score 20-plus points as Wolves' win streak ends
Donovan Mitchell scored 28 points and dished out eight assists and Jarrett Allen had 16 points and 11 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled away for a 146-134 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday afternoon.
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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / January 10
Player Grades: Cavs vs Wolves – Five Cavaliers score 20+ points in best win of season
The Cleveland Cavaliers picked up their best win of the season, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 146-134. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
NBA News / Fear The Sword / January 10
Cavs put together complete performance in 146-134 win over Timberwolves
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers put together one of their most complete games of the season as they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 146-134 to split the two-game set.
Darius Garland News / Hoops Wire / January 10
Cavs’ Darius Garland may be turning corner, but consistency still needed
Tuesday night in Indiana felt like a throwback. Or at least a reminder. With Donovan Mitchell sidelined, Darius Garland took over late, scoring 14 fourth-quarter points on a spotless 7-for-7 shooting night to lift the Cavaliers to a 120-116 road win.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 9
Inside Cleveland Cavaliers starting lineup struggles vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
The Cavaliers still aren't able to put all the pieces together. On Thursday, Jan. 8, the Cavaliers traveled up to the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., for a crossover conference matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 9
Cleveland Cavaliers new rotation fails against Minnesota Timberwolves
The Cleveland Cavaliers went with their 21st lineup of the season against the Minnesota Timberwolves; a bizarre choice – and it didn’t pay off. As a result, the Cavs dropped the first leg of their series with the Timberwolves 131-122 on Thursday night, with the return game coming up in Cleveland on Saturday.
Sam Merrill News / Fear The Sword / January 8
Player Grades: Cavs at Wolves – Sam Merrill nearly leads a 4th quarter comeback
The Cleveland Cavaliers lost a frustrating one to the Minnesota Timberwolves. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player. 30 points, 8 assists, 7 rebounds Mitchell had a dazzling playmaking game.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / January 8
Winners and Losers: Cavs at Wolves – Starting lineup tanks an otherwise strong game
The Cleveland Cavaliers couldn’t complete a fourth-quarter comeback as they fell 131-122 to the Minnesota Timberwolves. We can split this game into two distinct winners and losers.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 8
Cleveland Cavaliers leading the league in a key category over last five games
Despite a season marked by inconsistency, the Cleveland Cavaliers are finally showing signs that momentum may be shifting in their favor. While the overall record may not yet reflect a true turnaround, recent performances suggest a team beginning to rediscover its identity, particularly on the defensive end of the floor.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 7
Former Cavaliers player hates rule that is hurting team before trade deadline
The Cleveland Cavaliers have played 38 games and sport a 21-17 overall record that slots them as the No. 6 seed in the Eastern Conference. For a team that was projected to compete for an NBA Championship, this has been a disappointing season.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / The Predictors / January 7
Cavaliers top Pacers 120-116, without Donavan Mitchell
Darius Garland delivered when it mattered most, scoring 14 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter as the Cleveland Cavaliers closed the game on a decisive 13-point run to pull away from the Indiana Pacers for a 120-116 victory Tuesday night.
Max Strus News / Fear The Sword / January 7
Cavs provide dissapointing update on Max Strus’s injured foot
The Cleveland Cavaliers have been without their ideal starting small forward, Max Strus, for the whole season. He suffered a Jones Fracture to his left foot during an offseason workout at the end of August.
Darius Garland News / Hoops Wire / January 7
Cavs’ Darius Garland: ‘Our first three quarters need to be like our fourth’
With no Donovan Mitchell around to bail them out, the Cavaliers needed someone else to take over Tuesday night. Darius Garland, anyone? Down nine going
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 7
Cavaliers rally to hand Pacers franchise-record 13th straight loss
Darius Garland posted 29 points and six assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Indiana 120-116 on Tuesday night in Indianapolis, sending the Pacers to their franchise-record 13th consecutive loss.
Dean Wade News / EssentiallySports / January 6
What Happened to Dean Wade? Cavs Star Exits Pacers Game After Injury
Tonight, as the Cleveland Cavaliers faced their division rival, the Indiana Pacers, one key player had to exit the game early. Cavs forward Dean Wade exited tonight’s game with an early injury.
Max Strus News / Hoops Wire / January 6
Cavs’ Max Strus still not close to season debut
The Cavaliers aren’t close to getting Max Strus back. Cleveland announced that Strus recently underwent evaluation and imaging on his surgically repaired left foot, and while the results showed “positive progress,” the Jones fracture still needs more time to heal.
Donovan Mitchell News / Field Level Media / January 6
Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell (rest) out vs. Pacers
Cleveland Cavaliers star guard Donovan Mitchell has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the host Indiana Pacers due to rest. Mitchell, 29, boasts team-best averages in points (29.8), assists (5.4) and steals (1.5) in 34 games this season.
Darius Garland News / Larry Brown Sports / December 31
Darius Garland gets a rare technical foul for flopping
The NBA is trying its best to keep floppers on their toes again. Darius Garland and the Cleveland Cavaliers battled the Phoenix Suns at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio on Wednesday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 29
Cavaliers could be in for a turnaround after win over Spurs
The Cleveland Cavaliers notched their signature win of the 2025-26 season so far on Monday by going on the road and defeating the San Antonio Spurs, 113-101.
Max Strus News / Hoops Rumors / December 29
Still No Timeline For Max Strus To Make Season Debut
Cavaliers wing Max Strus underwent surgery in late August to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot. While he has been able to do some individual on-court
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 28
Jaylen Brown ties longstanding Larry Bird record with Celtics
The Boston Celtics dropped a tough 114-108 decision to the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday, but you can not blame Jaylen Brown for that result. Brown finished with 37 points and recorded his ninth consecutive 30-point game.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 25
Knicks get a Christmas miracle in form of comeback win over Cavaliers
With their Christmas Day tilt in the rearview mirror, the Knicks and Cavaliers are on different trajectories.
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