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Kenny Atkinson’s comments on Cavs’ starters actually make sense

Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson says the starting lineup isn’t set. So why do we know more about the Cavaliers than the coach? That’s a joke … sort of. The Cavs already had Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, James Harden and Jarrett Allen.

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Cavs Notes: Rotation, Peyton Watson, Mario Hezonja, Kenny Atkinson

Kenny Atkinson has plenty of candidates for the Cavaliers’ rotation. Deciding how they fit together is the part he wants to see in training camp. The coach said Friday that Cleveland’s starting lineup isn’t set, even with Peyton Watson arriving as a potential starter alongside James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 26

3 Trade Candidates Who Could Make Sense for the Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers enter training camp with a new look, but the same championship pressure hanging over them. Donovan Mitchell received a four-year max extension, James Harden returned on a three-year deal, and Cleveland surrendered an unprotected 2031 first-round pick to acquire Peyton Watson.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 26

Cavaliers Have A New Problem After Losing Several Key Bench Pieces

The Cleveland Cavaliers had an interesting offseason, and it led to them bringing in a wing. The Cavs acquired Peyton Watson, and he will most likely be one of their starters.

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The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

How many of the players to rack up the most points in one playoff run for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 26

James Harden and Donovan Mitchell Finally Get a Full Season Together

The backcourt of the Cleveland Cavaliers proved itself from the very first minutes of the partnership. James Harden made sure to deliver all the baskets the team needed during his debut against the Sacramento Kings.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 26

Mutual Respect Between Cavs PG & Front Office Played Huge Part In Key Offseason

From the day he was first acquired by the Cavaliers last February, James Harden has left a lasting impression. The team went 19-7 in the 26 games he appeared in during the regular season.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 25

Why Cavaliers shouldn't take a chance on D'Angelo Russell

The Cleveland Cavaliers could certainly use some more proven depth behind their All-Star backcourt duo of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, but the risk is still too great for Russell to be the one to get that nod.

Grizzlies waive D'Angelo Russell, sign Brendan Hausen

D'Angelo Russell is being linked to one team after getting waived

LeBron James explains why he chose Sixers over Cavs, Heat and Warriors

Stephen Curry closer to ending career with Warriors after contract extension

The '2015-16 Golden State Warriors' quiz

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 25

Koby Altman: Cavs couldn’t let LeBron James decision define their offseason

The Cavaliers wanted LeBron James. They met with him, waited for him and gave his decision the respect it deserved. Then James chose the Sixers. So the Cavs did what NBA teams have to do when Plan A goes elsewhere.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 25

The Cavaliers' 21-Man Roster Creates Several Intriguing Questions

With Cavs Media Day just three days away and training camp in five, things are starting to heat up. It’s been a long offseason following the sweep at the hands of the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 25

3 Cavaliers Who Could Surprise Everyone This Season

While the Cavaliers’ roster is jam-packed with a substantial amount of talent within the starting lineup, especially after the acquisition of athletic wing Peyton Watson, there are still many question marks surrounding nearly every other member of their current roster.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 24

5 Cavaliers With the Most to Prove in Preseason Play

With Cavs Training camp due to take place in just under a week from today, discourse surrounding the many camp battles likely to occur is beginning to heat up.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Mario Hezonja News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 24

Mario Hezonja’s Feelings on Cleveland Clear In Latest Social Media Post

Mario Hezonja signed with the Cavs a few months ago in what was a bit of a surprising move. He has been playing in Europe for the past six years after a five-year NBA stint prior to that.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / September 24

Cavs announce full training camp roster and schedule

The Cavaliers have released their 21-player training camp roster, and there will be actual jobs and rotation minutes at stake. Cleveland’s group includes its established core of Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, along with major offseason additions Peyton Watson and Mario Hezonja.

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The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 24

The Cavs Announce Full Training Camp Roster and Schedule

The Cleveland Cavaliers have had quite the busy offseason. It may not have started out in that fashion, but it certainly ended up trending in that direction as things slowly started to pick up after a series of moves around the league began to take shape.

Lonzo Ball News / Stadium Rant / September 24

Why Is Lonzo Ball Not Playing? 1 Brutal Reality Defines His NBA Future

Why is Lonzo Ball not playing in the NBA? It’s a question that many are now asking after his false “Retirement” statement. The 28-year-old free-agent guard remains unsigned after the Utah Jazz waived him in February.

NBA News / HITC / September 24

Bill Simmons claims LeBron James was going to join Cleveland Cavaliers but ‘something happened’

Bill Simmons claims that LeBron James was on the verge of joining the Cleveland Cavaliers, but something unexpected stopped the move. Many expected James to return to the Cavaliers for a third and final stint with the team that drafted him in 2003.

Lonzo Ball News / HITC / September 24

Lonzo Ball responds to reports his NBA career is over with blunt message

Lonzo Ball has responded to reports suggesting he has retired from the NBA, making it clear that he is still waiting for another opportunity. The former No.

Cavaliers respond as Taylor Swift makes Cleveland announcement

Taylor Swift’s reputation in the world of sport has grown over recent years following the start of her relationship with Travis Kelce. The global pop star has been regularly spotted at Kansas City Chiefs games supporting her husband, but it is not just American Football games she’s been seen at.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 23

Cavs celebrate Taylor Swift’s new song ‘Cleveland’ from Life of a Showgirl: The Encore

The Cleveland Cavaliers are ready for a shout-out from Taylor Swift following her album announcement on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Swift shared that she will be releasing “Life of a Showgirl: The Encore,” a deluxe version of the project she released last year, which contains a song titled “Cleveland!” — a nod to Travis Kelce’s home city.

Lonzo Ball News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23

Lonzo Ball fires back at retirement rumors

Lonzo Ball was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, and the former UCLA star had plenty of potential coming into the league. Ball spoke about his injuries on the latest episode of the “Ball In The Family” podcast.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / September 21

And-Ones: Offseason Moves, Cap Situations, EuroLeague, Buss Bros.

While the Nuggets have faced some criticism for losing Peyton Watson in free agency this summer, John Hollinger of The Athletic believes Denver’s front office did a good job with the hand it was dealt.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 21

3 Cavs on hottest trade candidate seats entering 2026-27 NBA training camp

The Cleveland Cavaliers enter training camp with a dramatically reshaped roster and unmistakable championship pressure. Donovan Mitchell received a four-year maximum extension, James Harden returned on a three-year deal and Cleveland sacrificed an unprotected 2031 first-round pick to acquire Peyton Watson.

Cam Whitmore News / Yardbarker / September 18

Nuggets may have found a cheap answer to a bigger problem they created

After a bit of a dry spell for the most part this summer, the Denver Nuggets brought in another reinforcement into the fold in the form of Cam Whitmore.

Nuggets take calculated gamble on former first-round pick

The 'Most 11-assist NBA Playoff games' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 18

Nuggets take calculated gamble on former first-round pick

Cam Whitmore has never lived up to the hype of being one of the top basketball prospects in the world. Now he's joining a team almost designed to help him thrive.

Draymond Green calls out Danilo Gallinari for ‘disgusting’ Kawhi Leonard comments

Jazz lock up Keyonte George with well-deserved contract extension

LSU men's basketball players remain in eligibility limbo

The 'NBA yearly assist leaders' quiz

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / September 18

Cavaliers promote Brandon Weems to general manager

The Cleveland Cavaliers promoted Brandon Weems to general manager in a series of front-office moves on Friday. Weems, 40, has been an assistant GM with the club since 2022.