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James Harden News / Fear The Sword / February 16

Four things to watch as James Harden gets acclimated with Cavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers took a big swing at the trade deadline by swapping Darius Garland for James Harden. Initial returns are positive. Harden showed up and blended in faster than anybody could have reasonably expected.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Pro Sports / February 16

Donovan Mitchell Throws Own Teammates Under the Bus After All-Star Championship Loss

Riding high after surprisingly trading for James Harden, Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell wants to play well in the All-Star game. With Cleveland racking up wins heading to the mid-season break, there was a big chance that Mitchell might strive for the game’s MVP.

Donovan Mitchell News / Fear The Sword / February 15

Donovan Mitchell’s Stripes team falls short in NBA All-Star game final

The new All-Star format was a win for the NBA, even though the Cleveland Cavaliers’ lone representative, Donovan Mitchell, didn’t end up on the victorious team.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 15

Why Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell apologized to Jaylon Tyson, Sam Merrill after 3-point contest

Donovan Mitchell has represented the Cleveland Cavaliers four times at NBA All-Star Weekend, competing in his third career 3-Point Contest and second as a member of the wine and gold.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Jarrett Allen News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 15

Why Jarrett Allen Is Key to Cleveland Cavaliers Second Half Success

The Cavaliers currently sit at 34-21 as they enter the All-Star break at fourth in the Eastern Conference, one game behind the Knicks for third, and one and a half games behind the Celtics for second.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 15

Donovan Mitchell won't recruit LeBron James to Cleveland

James and the Los Angeles Lakers seem ready for a split.

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LeBron James puts up historic performance in Lakers win

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Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 15

Cavaliers Eastern Conference Rival Challenges Donovan Mitchell to One-on-One Game

For years the NBA has desperately been searching for different ways to spice up All-Star weekend. Many games and other ideas have been thrown around, including a one-on-one contest.

Dennis Schroder News / Hoops Wire / February 15

Cavs’ Dennis Schroder: Keeping ‘dog mentality’ can lead to big things

Dennis Schroder didn’t need much time to notice the difference between his current team and the old one. In his first game with the Cavaliers after the trade from the Kings, Cleveland held the Clippers to 42 first-half points.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / February 14

Donovan Mitchell Speaks Out On LeBron James Trade Rumors And His New Partnership With James Harden

It’s a new era for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and all eyes are on the horizon as LeBron James‘ free agency looms. With reports running rampant of a potential homecoming for LeBron, Donovan Mitchell was asked directly to respond to potentially being his teammate.

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Donovan Mitchell News / Fear The Sword / February 14

Donovan Mitchell comes up short of final in 3-Point Contest

Donovan Mitchell put out a respectable outing in Los Angeles for the 3-Point Contest while sporting a Jaylon Tyson Cleveland Cavaliers’ jersey. However, Mitchell came up in fourth place with 24 points.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Trade Talk Sports / February 14

LeBron Skips All-Star Media Day Amid Cleveland Homecoming Rumors

LeBron James will bypass All-Star Media Day, the NBA confirmed, opting instead for a private press conference Sunday at 11:30 a.m. PT ahead of the league’s revamped All-Star format.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 14

Cavs Star Reveals James Harden’s Wish as Locker Room Reaction to Darius Garland Trade Emerges

The Cleveland Cavaliers shook the NBA. They chased James Harden, and within a few days, their roster looked completely different. Darius Garland, an All-Star-level guard, was gone, but one of the most decorated stars was in.

LeBron James News / Total Pro Sports / February 14

Former Cavaliers GM Drops Eye-Catching Take on LeBron James’ Eastern Conference Dominance

LeBron James has crafted an unparalleled legacy, showcasing his dominance across multiple teams. However, his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers holds a uniquely special place in both his legacy and the hearts of fans.

Jaylon Tyson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 14

Jaylon Tyson’s Rising Stars Game Performance Proved What Cavaliers Already Knew

Even though his time in the NBA’s Rising Star game didn’t last long, Jaylon Tyson made the most of his opportunity. He looked like the best player on team Tracy McGrady, as they fell 41-36 to the eventual champions, team Vince Carter.

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 14

How Cavaliers Star Donovan Mitchell Can Win NBA Three-Point Contest

The NBA All-Star break is here, and with that comes all the traditional festivities fans and players have grown to love. The dunk contest has lost some of its shine over the last decade.

Riley Minix News / Hoops Rumors / February 13

Cavaliers To Sign Riley Minix To Two-Way Deal

The Cavaliers are signing Riley Minix to a two-way contract, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). The 25-year-old forward played three games for the Spurs this season while on a two-way deal, scoring three points in eight total minutes.

James Harden News / The Lead / February 13

The James Harden Trade Gets Better By the Day for Cleveland

The Cleveland Cavaliers made a polarizing move at the 2026 NBA trade deadline. They sent homegrown star Darius Garland and a second-round pick to the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for former MVP James Harden.