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'Would Take My Son Out of the Game': Udonis Haslem Rips James Harden Over Costly Playoff Mistake

'Would Take My Son Out of the Game': Udonis Haslem Rips James Harden Over Costly Playoff Mistake

A nagging issue continues to trouble the Cavaliers this postseason, which is protecting the ball. Heat legend Udonis Haslem pointed fingers directly at James Harden and rained criticism on the veteran guard.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 7
Cavs’ effort and chances are there, but execution keeps sinking the ship

Cavs’ effort and chances are there, but execution keeps sinking the ship

It keeps looking winnable. It keeps ending the same. The Cavaliers’ 107-97 road loss to Detroit in Game 2 had stretches where it felt like the series could flip.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / May 7

Player Grades: Cavs vs Pistons Game 2 – Donovan Mitchell finds his spark in loss

The Cleveland Cavaliers fell apart again in crunch time. They’ll head back to Cleveland trailing the Detroit Pistons 0-2. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz

The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz

How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 3's in a season by NBA team' quiz
The '2025-26 points-leaders by NBA team' quiz
The 'NBA First Round scoring record' quiz
Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker / May 7
Pistons, Cade Cunningham show Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell who's boss in Game 2

Pistons, Cade Cunningham show Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell who's boss in Game 2

The Detroit Pistons are showing that they're in it to win it.  

Pistons' Daniss Jenkins is NBA's unlikeliest playoff hero
Cavs repeat same mistakes, get same result in Game 2 loss to Pistons
Pistons already showing their place in playoff power ranking is wrong
The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

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. 

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 7
James Harden fails to show up for Cavaliers in Game 2 loss to Pistons

James Harden fails to show up for Cavaliers in Game 2 loss to Pistons

Two of the Cleveland Cavaliers' All-Stars showed up big in Game 2 of their second-round series. James Harden did not. 

Pistons, Cade Cunningham show Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell who's boss
Pistons' Daniss Jenkins is NBA's unlikeliest playoff hero
Thunder literally steal Game 2 from Lakers with second-half surge
Chet Holmgren's ridiculous flop in Game 2 hurts Thunder's reputation
Playoffs winners, losers: Pistons, Thunder seize control with Game 2 victories
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 7
Pistons' Daniss Jenkins is NBA's unlikeliest playoff hero

Pistons' Daniss Jenkins is NBA's unlikeliest playoff hero

One of the most important players in the NBA playoffs attended four different colleges, went undrafted and didn't have an NBA contract until three months ago.

Cade Cunningham propels Pistons past Cavs for 2-0 edge
Cavs repeat same mistakes, get same result in Game 2 loss to Pistons
The 'NBA First Round scoring record' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 8
NBA playoffs winners, losers: Pistons, Thunder seize control with Game 2 victories

NBA playoffs winners, losers: Pistons, Thunder seize control with Game 2 victories

The second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs continued on Thursday night with the Detroit Pistons outlasting the Cleveland Cavaliers, 107-97, and the Oklahoma City Thunder pulling away late to down the Los Angeles Lakers, 125-107.

Chet Holmgren's ridiculous flop in Game 2 hurts Thunder's reputation
James Harden fails to show up for Cavaliers in Game 2 loss to Pistons
Pistons, Cade Cunningham show Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell who's boss in Game 2
Donovan Mitchell injures Tobias Harris with a wicked crossover in Game 2
Pistons' Daniss Jenkins is NBA's unlikeliest playoff hero
The 'NBA First Round scoring record' quiz
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7
Donovan Mitchell injures Tobias Harris with a wicked crossover in Game 2

Donovan Mitchell injures Tobias Harris with a wicked crossover in Game 2

Donovan Mitchell was out there committing acts of violence on Thursday. Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers played Thursday against Tobias Harris and the Detroit Pistons for Game 2 of their second-round playoff series.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / May 7
Cavaliers’ Merrill, Pistons’ Huerter Out For Game 2

Cavaliers’ Merrill, Pistons’ Huerter Out For Game 2

Cavaliers sharpshooter Sam Merrill has been ruled out for Thursday’s Game 2 in Detroit, tweets Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. The sixth-year wing was initially considered questionable for tonight’s contest due to a left hamstring strain, which he suffered during Tuesday’s Game 1 loss vs.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

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.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA Draft on SI / May 7
Assessing the Cleveland Cavaliers' Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft

Assessing the Cleveland Cavaliers' Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft

The Cleveland Cavaliers have a pivotal offseason ahead, in the midst of their second-round playoff series against the Detroit Pistons. This series could determine the future of their core after making the blockbuster trade for James Harden at the deadline.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 7
Cavaliers Rotation Adjustments That Could Shift Result Ahead of Game 2

Cavaliers Rotation Adjustments That Could Shift Result Ahead of Game 2

The Cavaliers lost an embarrassing 111-101 road game to the Pistons on Tuesday. This loss, while only being Game 1, felt quite ugly for the Cavs. Let’s start with Jarrett Allen getting into extremely early foul trouble.

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The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz
 The 'NBA scoring champions' quiz
The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
 The 'NBA Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
 The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
 The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
Evan Mobley News / Fear The Sword / May 7

Cavs reportedly spoke to Bucks on Mobley for Giannis trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers reportedly held discussions with the Milwaukee Bucks about a potential deal at this year’s trade deadline. The swap would have included Evan Mobley and all of Cleveland’s available draft picks for 10-time All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 7
Two Cavaliers Adjustments That Will Decide Game 2 vs. Pistons

Two Cavaliers Adjustments That Will Decide Game 2 vs. Pistons

The Cleveland Cavaliers struggled in their Game 1 loss to the Detroit Pistons, falling 111-101 in Tuesday night’s showdown.  It was a disappointing start

Cleveland Cavaliers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 7
Draymond Green Defends James Harden Against Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith

Draymond Green Defends James Harden Against Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith

James Harden recorded seven turnovers in Game 1 of the Conference semifinals series against the Detroit Pistons, more than his made field goals (6). Harden is going through a tough series, and Draymond Green had to step in to defend him against Charles Barkley’s attack.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 7
‘Different look’ with Evan Mobley could jumpstart Cavs’ James Harden, Donovan Mitchell

‘Different look’ with Evan Mobley could jumpstart Cavs’ James Harden, Donovan Mitchell

If the Cleveland Cavaliers want to fix their current shortcomings offensively vs. the Detroit Pistons, they should put the ball in Evan Mobley’s hands as a primary initiator more often.

Jaylon Tyson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 7
Jaylon Tyson Thinks Cavaliers Have a Lot To Clean Up Ahead of Game 2

Jaylon Tyson Thinks Cavaliers Have a Lot To Clean Up Ahead of Game 2

The Cleveland Cavaliers walked out of Game 1 knowing they left opportunities on the floor. That feeling was still fresh when Jaylon Tyson met with reporters the next day.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 7
3 Things Cavs Fans Must Know Today: Injuries, Quotes and Notes

3 Things Cavs Fans Must Know Today: Injuries, Quotes and Notes

The Cleveland Cavaliers are aiming to bounce back in the second game of the Eastern Conference playoffs' second round on Thursday, following their loss to the Detroit Pistons in Game 1.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / May 7
Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons Game 2: Preview, Breakdown

Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons Game 2: Preview, Breakdown

Game 1 was not as bad as it seemed. Yes. the Cavaliers lost the game, but it was not a bad loss. Mistakes were made that are easily fixable. Turnovers were the main culprit.

Sam Merrill News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 7

Is Sam Merrill playing Thursday night? Cavs vs. Pistons Game 2 injury report

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinal NBA playoff series. Sam Merrill is listed as questionable on the injury report with a left hamstring strain.

Sam Merrill News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Cavs’ Sam Merrill questionable for Game 2 with hamstring strain

Cavs’ Sam Merrill questionable for Game 2 with hamstring strain

The Cavs may be down a shooter, as Sam Merrill is dealing with a hamstring issue. Merrill has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain after exiting Game 1 against Detroit, according to Cleveland.com’s Chris Fedor.

Keon Ellis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 6
Keon Ellis staying ready bodes well after key Game 1 injury to Cavs wing vs. Pistons

Keon Ellis staying ready bodes well after key Game 1 injury to Cavs wing vs. Pistons

The Cleveland Cavaliers dealt with a tough break on Tuesday, as Sam Merrill exited the game seven minutes into his shift with a left hamstring injury and didn’t return.

Tristan Thompson News / Hoops Wire / May 6
Report: Tristan Thompson seeks conservatorship for brother Amari

Report: Tristan Thompson seeks conservatorship for brother Amari

Former Cavaliers big man Tristan Thompson has filed for conservatorship of his younger brother, Amari Thompson, according to a report from TMZ, citing court documents.

Donovan Mitchell News / EssentiallySports / May 6
Donovan Mitchell Feels He Needs to Flop to Get Calls After Pistons Defeat Cavaliers 111–101 in Game 1

Donovan Mitchell Feels He Needs to Flop to Get Calls After Pistons Defeat Cavaliers 111–101 in Game 1

Well, the NBA’s methods are finally working. Some players are avoiding the ‘F-word’ to prevent five figure fines. At least that’s the impression Donovan

Donovan Mitchell News / Athlon Sports / May 5
Donovan Mitchell Frustrated Over Lack of Calls in Cavaliers-Pistons Game 1

Donovan Mitchell Frustrated Over Lack of Calls in Cavaliers-Pistons Game 1

The Detroit Pistons took Game 1 against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, 111-101. The backcourt tandem of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden combined for 45 points.

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The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz

The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz

How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most NBA Playoff 3's all-time' quiz
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