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What Cavaliers' Loss Against Lakers Means for Eastern Conference Playoff Seeding

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ 127-113 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday stung in terms of momentum. It also hurt the postseason picture that the Cavs are battling, as they took a step backwards in their quest to reach the playoffs, which is within their grasp, but they haven’t been able to grab it with two hands.

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Charge claim two individual season awards

The Cleveland Charge have had a successful season by any measure. They’ve had multiple call-ups and have improved drastically in the standings as they enter the playoffs as the third seed in the Eastern Conference with a 23-13 record after not making the postseason last season.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / April 1

9 Takeaways from Cavs humiliating 127-113 loss to Lakers: Cavaliers can’t win with this defense

Tuesday’s game was the Cleveland Cavaliers’ first chance to showcase their probable playoff starting five this season. And if this game was any indication, that group has some work to do.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / April 1

Player Grades: Cavs at Lakers -Cavaliers’ defensive woes continue

The Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 113-127 in a game that wasn’t as close as the final score would indicate. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player.

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The 'NBA yearly free throw leaders' quiz

How many of the players to make the most free throws in each NBA season since the ABA/NBA merger can you name in five minutes?

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Koby Altman News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 1

Cleveland Cavaliers at Risk of Losing Top Executive Koby Altman This Offseason

The Dallas Mavericks are currently looking for a new leader in their front office. And with team governor Patrick Dumont thinking big for the appointment, why does that involve, or concern, the Cleveland Cavaliers?

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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 / April 1

How the Cleveland Cavaliers Fell in Tuesday Loss to Los Angeles Lakers

The Cleveland Cavaliers ended the month of March on a low note with a 127-113 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Center Jarrett Allen and guard James Harden had their moments for the Cavs with a combined 35 points by the final horn.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / April 1

Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell Records Bad Game in Loss to Lakers; Kenny Atkinson Still Has Good Takeaway

Donovan Mitchell had one of his worst games this season, and it led to the Cleveland Cavaliers losing to their hosts Los Angeles Lakers, 113–127. It was a close game in the first quarter, but the Lakers surged in the next two quarters, dominating their visitors, 78–49.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 31

How to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Lakers Game Tonight: Time, Streaming, Breakdown

Last night, the Cleveland Cavaliers made it hard for themselves to pull out a win. The Utah Jazz were competing with the Cavs all night before they remembered they were trying to get the No.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Sneakers on SI / March 31

James Harden's Adidas Sneakers Honor Nipsey Hussle

The connection between Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden and the late Nipsey Hussle has always been more than just a friendship between two Los Angeles legends.

Evan Mobley News / NBA Analysis Network / March 31

Cavaliers adjust after 6-for-32 from three, ride Evan Mobley to win over the Jazz.

“We’re 6-for-32 from three… it’s really hard to win an NBA game with those stats,” Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson said after Cleveland’s 122-113 win over Utah.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 31

Cavaliers’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers have done what true contenders are supposed to do. They have tried to evolve, adapt, and win. As the 2026 NBA Playoffs approach, though, the conversation is no longer just about how good they are.

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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.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 31

How the Cleveland Cavaliers Earned a Monday Win Over the Utah Jazz

The Cleveland Cavaliers continued to round out the final portion of their regular season schedule with a 122-113 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday. Evan Mobley ended the night with a season-best 34 points and 17 rebounds as he played captain for the Cavaliers, while James Harden added 14 assists in his 20th double-double of the year.

Evan Mobley News / Hardwood Heroics / March 31

Cleveland Cavaliers’ Evan Mobley Scores Season-High in Points in Closer-Than-Expected Win Vs. Utah Jazz

Evan Mobley was spectacular on both ends of the floor in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 122-113 road win against the Utah Jazz on Monday, as the reigning Defensive Player of the Year had 34 points (season-high), 17 rebounds, three assists, and three blocks on 15-for-21 shooting from the field in 30 minutes of action.

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Not always pretty, but Cavs close out Jazz behind Mobley, Mitchell

The Cavaliers handled business. Eventually. Riding big nights from Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell, the Cavs pulled away late for a 122-113 road win over the Utah Jazz on Monday.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 30

Evan Mobley powers Cavaliers past Jazz

Evan Mobley scored a season-high 34 points, collected 17 rebounds, and blocked three shots to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 122-113 victory over the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Monday night.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 30

Predicting Cavaliers NBA Playoff Rotation With Cleveland Finally Getting Healthy

Over the past month Kenny Atkinson has made it clear the Cleveland Cavaliers are going to be trimming the rotation for playoff time. Since then, injuries have made it impossible for Clevekand to determine who’ll be the odd ones out during the postseason.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Athlon Sports / March 30

Final Injury Report for Cavaliers-Jazz: Will Jarrett Allen, Max Strus Play?

The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the road on Monday night as they travel to take on the Utah Jazz in an interconference matchup. Cleveland enters Monday’s game with a 46-28 record after defeating the Miami Heat at home in dominant fashion on Friday night.

James Harden News / Hoops Wire / March 30

Report: Cavs, James Harden expected to agree on two-year deal

There may be more to come between James Harden and the Cavaliers. According to Ashish Mathur of Cavaliers Nation, Harden is expected to decline his player option and re-sign with Cleveland on a new deal this offseason.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / March 29

Cavaliers’ Tyson, Wade Out At Least Three More Games

Forwards Jaylon Tyson (left great toe sprain) and Dean Wade (right ankle sprain) won’t travel with the Cavaliers on their three-game road trip, the team announced (via Twitter).

Kevin Harlan News / Larry Brown Sports / March 28

Illinois-Indiana Elite 8 game interrupted by horn malfunction

Saturday’s Elite Eight game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Illinois Fighting Illini was delayed for 11 minutes by an unusual situation. Teams had to pause playing with 7:43 to go in the first half because the horn at Toyota Center in Houston, Tex.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / March 28