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How injuries have shaped the Cleveland Cavaliers’ season

With another injury to the Cleveland Cavaliers, losing Evan Mobley for the next few weeks, the Cavaliers have struggled to stay healthy this season. All these injuries have been a reason for the Cavs early season struggles, as they just sit at just the No.

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Cavs lose Evan Mobley to calf strain, out 2-4 weeks

Evan Mobley will be sidelined for a stretch, adding another layer to the Cavaliers’ growing injury concerns. Cleveland announced Saturday that Mobley has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 left calf strain and is expected to miss approximately two-to-four weeks.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Evan Mobley News / Hoops Rumors / December 13

Cavs’ Evan Mobley Out 2-4 Weeks With Left Calf Strain

Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 left calf strain and is expected to miss about two-to-four weeks, the team announced Saturday (via Twitter).

Jaylon Tyson News / The Lead / December 13

Jaylon Tyson Is Emerging as a Leader

Amidst a confusing and underwhelming Cleveland Cavaliers season, second-year guard Jaylon Tyson has become a standout. The former 20th overall pick is flourishing as injuries have piled up in Cleveland. As of December 11th, Tyson is averaging 13 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.9 assists.

Donovan Mitchell News / Field Level Media / December 13

After inspired Donovan Mitchell performance, Cavs face Hornets

Time and time again, All-NBA shooting guard Donovan Mitchell has saved the Cleveland Cavaliers from what would have been a devastating loss. His latest

Donovan Mitchell News / Hoops Wire / December 13

Cavs questions linger even after another Donovan Mitchell masterclass

The Cavaliers beat the Wizards on Friday, which is what they were supposed to do. The way they did it, however, was less reassuring. Cleveland needed every bit of Donovan Mitchell’s 48 points, including 24 in the fourth quarter, to escape Washington with a 130-126 win.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 13

Donovan Mitchell not satisfied with win against Washington Wizards

A win will always be a win, but that doesn't mean wins don't have context attached to them. The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Washington Wizards Friday night in a close 130 to 126 victory.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 13

How Cleveland Cavaliers avoided a loss against Washington Wizards

Death, taxes and the Cleveland Cavaliers defeating the Washington Wizards. Whether it be a sign of the times or not, the Cavs were dangerously close to becoming that team with a 130-126 win over the Wizards.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / December 13

Donovan Mitchell avoids loss with huge fourth quarter

Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell avoids humiliating loss with huge fourth quarter

Nothing motivates an NBA star like the bright lights of a big game. A close second is the fear of humiliating defeat.

Keyonte George makes Jazz history in win over Grizzlies

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NBA News / Yardbarker / December 13

Keyonte George makes Jazz history in win over Grizzlies

While a throwback performance sparked a love affair with a veteran, it was one of the Utah Jazz's young players who had a career night on Friday.

Love, actually: Jazz veteran shoots down Grizzlies

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Donovan Mitchell News / Hoops Wire / December 12

Cavs avoid embarrassing night behind Donovan Mitchell’s 48

The Cavaliers beat the Wizards on Friday night. That part goes in the standings. Just about everything else goes in the concern file. Cleveland needed every bit of Donovan Mitchell’s 48 points to survive a Washington team that came in at 3-19 and missing three starters.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Stadium Rant / December 12

3 Cavaliers Trades To Shake Things Up In 2025

The Cleveland Cavaliers, currently at 14-11, are not starting the season as well as they expected to. The team keeps dropping close games, something they rarely did last season. Is a major trade the answer?

Kenny Atkinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Why Kenny Atkinson called out Cavs’ best players first in tough-love film study

When the Cleveland Cavaliers began their “reset” week with an uncomfortable film session, everybody, to a man, took accountability for their shortcomings.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 11

'On edge' Cavaliers out to continue domination of Wizards

Amidst an uncharacteristic slide, the Cleveland Cavaliers will look to emerge from their five-day break energized as they face the hapless Washington Wizards in the nation's capital on Friday.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 11

Rich Paul Outright Refutes LeBron James Role in Cavaliers $82 Million Tristan Thompson Decision

For most of LeBron James’ 23-year NBA career, there’s been a prevailing thought that he’s not only been the star player, he’s also the front office puppet master pulling the strings behind the scenes when it comes to roster and coaching decisions.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 9

How the Cavs learned hard truths through an ‘uncomfortable’ film session

The Cleveland Cavaliers practiced Tuesday for the first time since Nov. 9, with the primary focus centering on the defensive side of the ball. Aside from the actual participation itself, the Cavs learned some hard truths through an eye-opening film session where head coach Kenny Atkinson put things in perspective.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 9

LeBron James reflects on the year he felt 'most complete' as a player

The Los Angeles Lakers forward has logged 22 years in professional basketball, winning four championships and enough accolades to cement his spot in any conversation about the sport's greatest players.

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