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Mario Hezonja News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 22

3 Reasons Mario Hezonja Will Boom or Bust for Cavs This Season

One of the most surprising offseason signings in the NBA was one that marked Mario Hezonja’s return to the league. After six years playing in Europe, the former Orlando Magic lottery pick is back stateside, and he’s going to be playing with Cleveland.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 22

The Cleveland Cavaliers Biggest Question Heading into 26-27 May Be Their Bench

The Cleveland Cavaliers are gearing up for the 2026-27 NBA season. In just a few weeks, we will see the team take the floor on opening night, facing LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 22

Counting Down the Cavs: The Stories Behind the Number 30 in Cavs History

Yesterday, I went over the history of the Cleveland Cavaliers higher numbered jerseys and their importance to the team. Now today we are taking a look at the number 30 and its history.

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In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 22

The Cavaliers' Next Big Move Could Say Everything About Their Future

The current roster that the Cavaliers boast is the one that they will take into the regular season. Barring a change of heart on Mario Hezonja, this is where things stand as they cannot financially add any more players on standard deals.

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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 22

Brandon Weems' Promotion Could Have A Major Impact on the Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers are preparing for the upcoming season, and during this time, they have made some changes. Cleveland's front office will look different, as Ohio native Brandon Weems was promoted to general manager.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 22

5 Cavaliers Players With the Most to Prove Before Opening Night

We are in the stretch run of the 2026 offseason period and the Cleveland Cavaliers still have some legitimate questions to answer regarding their bench.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 22

3 Reasons This Could Be the Most Important Cavaliers Season Yet

There aren’t any unimportant NBA seasons. 30 teams come in with goals each time around, whether that be to win the title, make the playoffs, or just improve.

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.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 21

When Do These Former Cavs Visit Cleveland This Season?

LeBron James (Philadelphia 76ers) Friday, Nov. 6 - 7:30pm (NBA Cup) Monday, Mar. 1 - 7pm The greatest player to ever wear a Cavaliers jersey is back in the Eastern Conference for the first time since 2017-18.

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.

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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.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 20

The Cavs Have a New Blueprint - And It Starts On Defense

The Cleveland Cavaliers have always been one of the more dangerous teams on the offensive side of the ball during the Donovan Mitchell era. In fact, they’ve finished top 10 in offensive rating in 3 out of his 4 seasons with the wine and gold, including a number one finish in 2024-25 at 121.7 (top 5 in NBA history).

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 20

Dissecting the Cavaliers' Ultimate “What-If” Team

Nothing is worse in sports than when injuries ruin a player’s career. So many superstars over the year with questions from so many about what if they had managed to stay healthy?

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Evan Mobley News / Hoops Wire / September 20

Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, core four, early schedule

The Cavaliers did not trade Evan Mobley for an older star this summer. Chase Brownawell of Cavs On SI⁠ views that as Cleveland betting on a Year 6 breakthrough.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 19

Cleveland Is Betting Big on a Cavaliers Star Ready for a Breakout

Cleveland had the opportunity this offseason to trade away Evan Mobley. He was in multiple trade rumors for some major stars who were aging but still looking for a championship.

Ricky Rubio News / Hoops Wire / September 19

Patrick Beverley says guarding Ricky Rubio helped him reach NBA

Patrick Beverley’s path to the NBA included Ukraine, a $1.4 million gamble and one especially important defensive assignment. That would be none other than Ricky Rubio.

NBA 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

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Peyton Watson News / Hoops Wire / September 18

Peyton Watson could be Cavs’ biggest X-factor

The Cavaliers know what they have in Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Peyton Watson is the mystery. Mack Perry of Cavaliers On SI made the case that Watson could become Cleveland’s biggest X-factor this season.

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

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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.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / September 18

Cavaliers Promoting Brandon Weems To General Manager

Cavaliers executive Brandon Weems is receiving a promotion, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that Weems will be elevated from assistant general manager to general manager.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / EssentiallySports / September 18

'Her Whole Mental Is F**ked Up': Lonzo Ball Reveals Who He Won’t Let His Sister Date

The (in)famous Ball brothers don’t need online trolls when they can roast each other just fine. Lonzo Ball, the eldest, has never exactly been shy about sharing the family business, and this time he all but confirmed the middle-child stereotype.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / September 18

Cavaliers’ Peyton Watson Reflects On 4 Years With Nikola Jokic, Compares East vs. West

The Cavaliers conducted an introductory press conference for Peyton Watson, their newest acquisition this summer, after a sign-and-trade deal landed the 24-year-old a four-year, $88 million contract extension in Cleveland.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / September 17

Peyton Watson Opens Up On His Transition To Cavaliers And Being Recruited By James Harden

Former Denver Nuggets swingman Peyton Watson was among the biggest storylines of restricted free agency. As negotiations stalled between the two sides, opposing teams seized the opportunity to try and strike a deal for one of the league’s premium role players.