Cleveland Cavaliers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

For this Cavs lifer, The Shot still haunts nearly 40 years later

Yeah, I remember where I was. I remember exactly what I threw at the television, too. And it’s been nearly 37 years since Michael Jordan forever changed the course of two NBA franchises.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / March 23

Cavs Notes: Donovan Mitchell, Jaylon Tyson, Kenny Atkinson

Donovan Mitchell returned to the lineup Saturday after missing one game with an eye bruise, finishing with 27 points on 23 shots in the Cavaliers’ five-point road win over the Pelicans.

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 22

What Donovan Mitchell Said After the Cavaliers’ Narrow Win Over Pelicans

It wasn't a pretty night, but the Cleveland Cavaliers got the job done. On Saturday, March 21, the Cavaliers, led by a late-game surge, defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, 111–106.

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The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least five three-pointers in at least 60 NBA games can you name in six minutes?

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 22

How Cavaliers Took Down Pelicans to Win Third Straight Game

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 111-106 last night to make it three wins in a row as the Cavs finished their three-game road trip undefeated, with wins over the Bucks, Bulls, and Pelicans.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 21

Donovan Mitchell, Cavs end Pelicans' 7-game home win streak

Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points, James Harden went for 20 points, 10 assists and six rebounds, and the Cleveland Cavaliers used a fourth-quarter rally to snap the New Orleans Pelicans' seven-game home winning streak 111-106 on Saturday.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 21

Three Things the Cleveland Cavaliers Should Look to Accomplish Before NBA Playoffs

Sitting at 43-27 and fourth in the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers are in a decent position for the playoffs. Being in fourth would currently have them avoiding the New York Knicks or the Boston Celtics until the Eastern Conference Finals.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Athlon Sports / March 21

Final Injury Report for Cavaliers-Pelicans: Will Donovan Mitchell, Jarrett Allen Play?

The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the road on Saturday night as they travel to take on the New Orleans Pelicans in an interconference matchup. Cleveland enters Saturday’s game with a 43-27 record after defeating the Chicago Bulls on the road on Thursday night.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / March 21

Talkin’ Cavs: What are realistic expectations for playoffs?

We’ve got a pretty good idea of what the Cavaliers look like with James Harden in the mix. That said, they’ve rarely had their core four of Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Harden and Jarrett Allen on the floor at the same time.

Evan Mobley News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 21

Evan Mobley Trade Rumors Indicate Cleveland Cavaliers Could Be on Different Timeline

The Cleveland Cavaliers really need a strong showing in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. After the Cavaliers were eliminated in the Eastern Conference Semifinals at the end of last season, All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell turned heads with his postgame remarks.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 21

Where to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New Orleans Pelicans Game Tonight: Time, Streaming, Breakdown

It was another game where the Cleveland Cavaliers almost collapsed late. Being up by as much as 20 points in the second half, the Chicago Bulls went on a 33-8 run in the fourth quarter to bring the game back around.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 20

Top Takeaways From Cleveland Cavaliers' Victory Over Chicago Bulls

The Cleveland Cavaliers nearly let a lead slip through their fingers in what would ultimately be a 115-110 victory over the Chicago Bulls. James Harden logged his second 30-point performance as a Cavalier behind a lights-out night from the three-point line.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 20

Kenny Atkinson Praises James Harden on a Difficult Night for the Cavaliers in Chicago

With about a minute left, the Cleveland Cavaliers were hanging on to a 110-107 lead after leading by as many as 29 points and head coach Kenny Atkinson was starting to pace a little until a hero came to his rescue.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 19

James Harden scores 36 as Cavs hang on against Bulls

James Harden knocked down seven 3-pointers on his way to 36 points, Evan Mobley added 26 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers held off a furious second-half rally to beat the host Chicago Bulls 115-10 on Thursday.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 19

Cavaliers finding 'synergy' ahead of clash vs. spiraling Bulls

Looking to make headway in the Eastern Conference playoff race, the Cleveland Cavaliers will play the second of three straight road games when they visit the Chicago Bulls on Thursday.

Evan Mobley News / Scoop B / March 19

Three Stripes in the Land: Evan Mobley on the Adidas Movement, Modeling His Game After KD & the Cavs’ Late-Season Push

The modern NBA big man is no longer confined to the paint and instead must possess the fluidity to defend the perimeter while anchoring the interior.

Jarrett Allen News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17

Why Jarrett Allen’s knee injury is concerning for the Cavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers announced Monday night that Jarrett Allen will miss the team’s upcoming three-game road trip with knee tendinitis, which will extend his absence to 18 days since initially sustaining the injury.

Jarrett Allen News / Hoops Rumors / March 16

Cavs’ Jarrett Allen (Knee) Out At Least Three More Games

Starting center Jarrett Allen continues to deal with tendonitis in his right knee and will miss Cleveland’s upcoming three-game road trip, which begins on Tuesday in Milwaukee, the Cavaliers announced in a press release (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 12

Desmond Bane carries Magic offense to fifth straight win

After a slow start to the season, the Orlando Magic have had the NBA's best defense over the last five weeks. With Desmond Bane carrying the offense, the Magic have been tough to beat.

Desmond Bane does banned celebration after hitting clutch shot for Magic

Desmond Bane powers Magic past Cavaliers

Cavs do plenty right, just not as much as Magic

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / March 11

Max Strus Nearing Season Debut For Cavaliers

Veteran wing Max Strus was assigned to the Cavaliers‘ G League affiliate to practice on Wednesday and is expected to remain with the Charge for another practice on Thursday and “possibly” a light workout on Friday morning, reports Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com.