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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / October 30
Cavs Notes: Mario Hezonja, Donovan Mitchell, Meleek Thomas
The Cavaliers gave Mario Hezonja until Nov. 15 to show them why they should guarantee his one-year, $2.8 million contract. Five games in, Chris Fedor of cleveland.com figures they’ve seen enough.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / October 30
NBA Trade Idea Gives The Cavaliers A Scary Defensive Core
When you have a frontcourt tandem like Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, you already possess elite rim protection and size. Throw in Peyton Watson (who’s quietly elite on the wing, averaging 1.8 blocks and 1.2 steals in almost 30 minutes), and the blueprint is clear.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 30
Awkward Exchange Between Cavs Teammates Sums Up Hawks Loss
It’s odd to be writing five games into a season, but it appears there may be a little underlying tension between two Cavaliers teammates. There have been instances between them in two of their games already, and it might be a developing trend.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / October 30
Donovan Mitchell Steals The Ball In Front Of Mario Hezonja; Faces Backlash For Selfish Play
Donovan Mitchell has come under fire for his play in the Cleveland Cavaliers‘ 114-111 loss to the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on Thursday. Mitchell not only struggled on the court in general, but he is also facing backlash for what fans have called a selfish play.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
NBA News / Fear The Sword / October 29
Player Grades: Cavs vs. Hawks – Cleveland starts fast, but falters late 
The Cleveland Cavaliers came roaring out to a 15-point lead and looked ready to cruise to their first comfortable win of the season. But if there is anything we have learned about the Cavs so far this year, it is that nothing has come easy.
James Harden News / Fear The Sword / October 29
Cavaliers fall to the Hawks despite 24 points from James Harden
The Cleveland Cavaliers weren’t able to extend their win streak to four games, falling short to the Atlanta Hawks 111-114. James Harden and Donovan Mitchell were able to find their spots to score 46 points combined, but it was not enough as the Hawks kept the Cavaliers at arm’s length throughout their many comeback attempts in the fourth quarter.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 29
Updated Cleveland Cavaliers Starting Lineup vs. Atlanta Hawks
The Cleveland Cavaliers head to Atlanta for just their second road game of the season. On the second end of a Wednesday-Thursday back-to-back, this may be a tough task for Cleveland against a talented Hawks squad, eager to end their three-game losing streak.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 29
Updated Injury Report for Cavs vs Hawks: Two Key Players Listed As Questionable
Four games into the 2026-27 NBA season and there is one common theme all around the league. Injuries are already getting the better of players and teams.
Evan Mobley News / Hoops Wire / October 29
Cavs’ Evan Mobley on 3-point barrage: ‘I feel like it’s sustainable’
The Cavaliers beat the Wizards on Wednesday because they buckled down on defense. But Evan Mobley hitting five threes sure didn’t hurt. Mobley finished with a game-high 24 points and went 5-of-6 on threes as the Cavs (3-1) won their third straight, 121-111, over visiting Washington. He was 8-of-12 shooting overall.
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.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 28
Three Cavaliers Takeaways in their 122-111 Win Against the Wizards
Once again, the Cleveland Cavaliers were the team to come back after being down in a game. Washington was up by as much as 13 points at one point, and they still made the comeback.
AJ Dybantsa News / Yardbarker / October 29
Evan Mobley, Cavaliers spoil AJ Dybantsa's debut
AJ Dybantsa didn't take long to adjust to the NBA in his first game. However, he and the young Washington Wizards still need to learn how to close games.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 28
Evan Mobley, Cavaliers spoil AJ Dybantsa's Wizards debut
Evan Mobley scored 24 points and Peyton Watson had a season-high 22 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the visiting Washington Wizards 121-111, spoiling the NBA debut of top overall draft pick AJ Dybantsa on Wednesday night.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / October 28
Player Grades: Cavs vs Wizards – Peyton Watson finds his groove
The Cleveland Cavaliers completed another comeback to notch their third straight win. Grades are based on our usual expectations for each player. Evan Mobley 24 points, 12 rebounds, 2 assists Mobley kicked open the game by nailing his first three three-point attempts.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa shows a lot of promise in NBA debut
There are some real expectations for the Washington Wizards this season, and some serious excitement that has not existed for the better part of the past decade.
James Harden News / Fear The Sword / October 28
James Harden’s former coach isn’t surprised that he’s still performing at this level
CLEVELAND — The difference between good players and all-time great players often comes down to things that we on the outside don’t see. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is an all-time great player.
Jaylon Tyson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 28
The Cavs’ Quiet Connector: How Jaylon Tyson Is Linking the Offense Early in 2026-27
Heading into the 2026-27 season, the Cleveland Cavaliers had a few things to iron out. Who would run backup point? Who would be the first “big” off the bench?
Meleek Thomas News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Cavs rookie Meleek Thomas has their attention. Now comes the next opportunity
Meleek Thomas wanted people to leave the arena knowing his name. After Monday night, that probably won’t be an issue around here. The Cavaliers rookie scored 16 points in 19 minutes against the Timberwolves, supplying a needed spark in an overtime win.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 27
Cavaliers add another weapon in advance of visit from Wizards
After sitting out the first two games of the season, Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Meleek Thomas is making an impact now and will be out to continue the momentum on Wednesday at home against the Washington Wizards.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27
Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell believes Meleek Thomas is ‘gonna be special’
Meleek Thomas had to wait to make his debut with the Cleveland Cavaliers. When he was finally given the chance to play on Monday, he made the most of it.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 26
Cavaliers erase 15-point deficit, hand Timberwolves first loss in OT
Donovan Mitchell hit a go-ahead midrange jumper with 1:02 remaining in overtime as the host Cleveland Cavaliers rallied from a 15-point deficit to defeat the previously unbeaten Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 on Monday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 27
Peyton Watson saves Cavaliers with clutch block against Timberwolves
A big reason the Cleveland Cavaliers gave up two players and two picks to get Peyton Watson this summer was the extra length and defense he could provide at small forward. Monday, that length saved the game for Cleveland in regulation.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / October 25
Arena location for Game 6 of WNBA Finals remains a problem
With the WNBA Finals between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries tied at two games apiece, we know there is going to be a Game 6 in the series, and we know it is going to be played in Atlanta.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23
76ers are a superteam — in the second half
The Philadelphia 76ers have defeated both of last season's Eastern Conference finalists in their first two games. The next step is not falling far behind those teams so they have to make huge comebacks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23
Cavaliers suffer historic choke job in LeBron James' 76ers home debut
LeBron James' first home game as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers did not get off to a great start. But sometimes in sports, it's not about the start, but how you finish the game.
Tyrese Maxey News / Yardbarker / October 22
Cavaliers can't escape their biggest weakness as 76ers rally from huge deficit
Thursday, the Cleveland Cavaliers opened their season on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers, and it was a massive blown lead that set the tone for this season.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Yardbarker / October 19
Three Cleveland Cavaliers players who should be traded before Jarrett Allen
It's another new season in the NBA, which means there is a boundless number of fans already making trade scenarios that see the Cleveland Cavaliers trade away Allen.
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