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'Not Good Enough': James Harden Keeps It Real Over Cavaliers’ Gutsy Win Over Struggling Bulls

The Cleveland Cavaliers got the job done against the Chicago Bulls on Thursday, but it wasn’t without a big scare. In a game that most expected them to breeze through, they began digging their own grave, allowing the Bulls to come close to spoiling their night.

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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.

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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 19

Why Cavaliers Star Guard Donovan Mitchell Might Not Play Against the Chicago Bulls

Donovan Mitchell has been one of the best players in the NBA this season. But following an inadvertent elbow from teammate Evan Mobley, he may be held off the court during a time when the Cleveland Cavaliers need him the most.

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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 19

Where to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Chicago Bulls Game Tonight: Time, Streaming, Breakdown

The Milwaukee Bucks put up a fight on Tuesday when they hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers. Former Cavs guard Kevin Porter Jr. was the leading man for the Bucks hitting some clutch shots to keep the game close.

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.

Max Strus News / Hoops Wire / March 18

Max Strus viewed as Cavs’ biggest X-factor down the stretch

Max Strus is back and people are already noticing. For instance, Bleacher Report’s Andy Bailey labeled Strus as the Cavaliers’ biggest X-factor the rest of the way.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / March 18

How James Harden and Evan Mobley are starting to show ‘nice synergy’ in pick-and-roll

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is the best pick-and-roll player of this generation. He’s developed seemingly instant chemistry with his pick-and-roll partners at his various stops throughout his career.

Kenny Atkinson News / Fear The Sword / March 18

Kenny Atkinson is still evaluating who will be in the Cavs’ playoff rotation

The Cleveland Cavaliers are a much different team now than they were at the beginning of the season. They came into this year with Darius Garland, Lonzo Ball, and De’Andre Hunter as integral parts of the team.

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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.

Dennis Schroder News / Last Word On Sports / March 18

Cavs’ Dennis Schroder Critiques Kings’ Integrity

After leading Germany to a bronze medal and winning EuroBasket MVP honors in 2025, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schröder was one of the most popular players in the NBA.

James Harden News / Hoops Wire / March 18

SGA or James Harden? Former NBA champion makes his pick

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and James Harden are often compared to each other. It’s easy to see why. Both players have spent a portion of their careers playing for OKC, each owns an NBA MVP award and a league scoring title, or in Harden’s case, three league scoring titles.

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NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 18

Two Big Takeaways From Cleveland Cavaliers Victory Over Milwaukee Bucks

Call it what you want, but a win is a win. The Cleveland Cavaliers ended a back-and-forth bout with a 123-116 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday.

Max Strus News / Hardwood Heroics / March 18

Cleveland Cavaliers Coach Admits Lineup Dilemma as Max Strus Returns From Long Injury Hiatus

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson is still figuring out how to integrate Max Strus into his rotation after the 29-year-old swingman recently returned from his serious foot injury.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 18

How the Cavaliers Snuck Past Short-Handed Bucks Amidst Three-Game Road Trip

The Cleveland Cavaliers bounced back after a loss to the Dallas Mavericks by defeating the Bucks in Milwaukee by a score of 123-116. With the win, the Cavs improved to 42-27, and improved their away record to 20-14.

Donovan Mitchell News / EssentiallySports / March 18

Graphic Photo From Cavs-Bucks Confirms Donovan Mitchell’s Concerning Eye Injury

Today was only the thirteenth time this season that Donovan Mitchell scored to register 20 points in a game. The Cleveland Cavaliers talisman struggled against a shorthanded Milwaukee Bucks.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / March 17

Evan Mobley and James Harden tally 27 each as Cavs stop Bucks

Evan Mobley scored 27 points and grabbed a season-high 15 rebounds, and James Harden had 27 points and six assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers took control in the final seven minutes to beat the host Milwaukee Bucks 123-116 on Tuesday night.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 17

Cleveland Cavaliers Pull Away Late To Beat Milwaukee Bucks

The Cleveland Cavaliers didn’t just win a basketball game on Tuesday night; they survived a barrage of three-pointers that would make even the “Splash Brothers” blush.

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.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Scoop B / March 17

The Defensive Architect: Dean Wade on Evolution, Influences & the Cavs’ 10-Year Quest

The Cleveland Cavaliers find themselves at a poetic crossroads in 2026. Exactly one decade after the franchise’s historic 2016 championship, the current roster is fueled by a similar blend of gritty defense and versatile floor spacing.

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).

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 16

Cavs star Donovan Mitchell pulls off hat trick of milestones in 1 game

Donovan Mitchell pulled off a hat trick on Sunday, achieving career, season, and Cleveland Cavaliers team milestones in the same game. In the first quarter, just three minutes into facing the Dallas Mavericks, he drained his 200th three-pointer of the season.

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.

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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.