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On YouTubeCleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / April 29
Cavaliers Change Starting Lineup For Game 5
Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson made a change to his starting lineup for Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Raptors, replacing defensive specialist Dean Wade with Max Strus, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com writes in a subscriber-only story.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / April 29
Cavs’ Draft Pick Niang Headed To College
Cavaliers draft-and-stash prospect Saliou Niang is planning to play in the United States next season but not in the NBA. Niang has decided to play Division I basketball with North Carolina and LSU in the running for his services, Alessandro Maggi of Sportando tweets.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Pro Sports / April 29
Tristan Thompson Makes Unusual Request to Court for His Disabled Brother
NBA star Tristan Thompson, with 13 seasons under his belt and currently a free agent, is making headlines for his heartfelt dedication to family. In a
The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz
How many of the players to make the most three-pointers in a single playoff game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Nae'Qwan Tomlin News / Scoop B / April 29
From Harlem’s Rucker Park to Cleveland’s Bright Lights: Nae’Qwan Tomlin is Staying True to NYC While Playing in The Land
The journey from the asphalt of Harlem to the hardwood of the NBA is a path paved with legendary stories, but for Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Nae’Qwan Tomlin, that journey was anything but traditional.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 29
James Harden's turnover issues plaguing Cavaliers vs. Raptors
James Harden's playoff history has a common theme throughout his 17-year career. Only Utah Jazz legends Karl Malone and John Stockton have appeared in more postseason games without winning an NBA championship.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 29
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 5: Preview, Breakdown
In Game 4, the Cavaliers and Raptors looked set on delivering what could have been the lowest scoring NBA Playoff game in quite some time. In the first quarter, it ended 17-14 with the Raptors going 0-11 from three point range.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 29
How Round 1 Series Is Shifting for the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers head back home for Game 5, needing to change the needle and point it back in their direction after an empty-handed, two-game business trip against the Toronto Raptors.
James Harden News / Total Apex Sports / April 29
James Harden Seeking Redemption After Difficult Road Games
James Harden received a change of scenery back in February, as the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired him in a trade. Harden played for the Los Angeles Clippers before that, and the Clippers received Darius Garland and a draft pick in exchange for their guard.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / April 29
Cavs’ James Harden: ‘We’re extremely confident’
It’s safe to say not everyone is pleased with how things have gone for the Cavaliers. That probably includes the Cavaliers. The series against the Raptors is tied 2-all entering Wednesday’s Game 5 in Cleveland (7:30 p.m.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29
Draymond Green calls out NBA All-Star as 'soft'
Draymond Green is looking to add to his lengthy list of enemies.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 28
One Player From Toronto Raptors Is Becoming a Major Issue for the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Toronto Rapots have discovered an X-Factor in the series vs the Cleveland Cavaliers. His name is Collin Murray-Boyles, and he has made things very difficult for the Cavs in their Round 1 series.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 28
One Adjustment That Could Change Everything for Cavaliers
It's no secret, the Cleveland Cavaliers are in a battle now with the Toronto Raptors. The Cavs took the first two games in Cleveland at Rocket Arena, but once the series shifted to Toronto, they couldn't add to their lead and gave Game 4 away.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
Why James Harden, Evan Mobley insist Cavs’ offensive success will resurface vs. Raptors
Despite back-to-back turnover-heavy, ugly performances north of the border, the Cleveland Cavaliers are confident in their offense against the Toronto Raptors going into Game 5 of their first-round NBA playoff series.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 28
5 Questions Before Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 5
No one said it would be easy. On the eve of Game 5, the Cleveland Cavaliers are facing the same issues they have faced in the Donovan Mitchell era. Facing their season on the line in a do-or-die situation, where even though they're the better team, their backs might be up against the wall.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 28
Raptors vs. Cavaliers – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Injury Updates (Apr 29)
The Toronto Raptors and the Cleveland Cavaliers are going toe-to-toe in the playoffs, round 1. With James Harden joining the Cavaliers via a blockbuster trade, the expectations were pretty high for Cleveland.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 28
Cavaliers have a Game 5 checklist after Raptors turned Game 4 into a warning
The Cleveland Cavaliers do not need to reinvent themselves in Game 5. Game 4 already gave them the checklist. Their 93 to 89 loss to the Toronto Raptors came from loose star possessions, stagnant offense, weak defensive rebounding, and a failure to punish a team that shot poorly enough to lose.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 27
NBA Announces Seven Mistakes in Cavaliers' Loss to Raptors
The Cleveland Cavaliers–Toronto Raptors series has become more interesting, as the latter were able to turn it into a three-game affair by winning the fourth encounter at Scotiabank Arena.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / April 27
How the Cavaliers Can Fix Their Mental Toughness Before It's Too Late
The Cleveland Cavaliers looked like a shell of their normal selves in a shocking loss Sunday to the Toronto Raptors. The team went 10-40 from deep, which was still better than Toronto's mark of 4-30.
Donovan Mitchell News / Fear The Sword / April 27
10 Takeaways from Cavs Game 4 loss to Raptors: Can Donovan Mitchell lead Cavaliers where they want to go? 
The Cleveland Cavaliers didn’t get the reputation of being playoff failures overnight. They’ve earned it through years of falling short in the biggest moments.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26
Cavaliers most to blame for hideous Game 4 loss to Raptors to tie series
The Cleveland Cavaliers watched NBA Playoffs history unfold Sunday. But the wrong kind that swung towards the Toronto Raptors’ way. Toronto shot a dismal 32% yet still beat the Cavs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 26
Cavaliers' cold backcourt could help Raptors pull off playoff upset
The Toronto Raptors are beginning to lock down Cleveland Cavaliers guards Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, which may turn the tide in their first-round playoff series.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / April 23
Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson on Jaylon Tyson: Matter of time before he has ‘big game’
It’s not been the best of days for Cavaliers youngster Jaylon Tyson. He’s played two playoff games … and scored a grand total of five points. In Game 1, he picked up three fouls in a matter of minutes while trying to defend Raptors forward Brandon Ingram.
The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 21
Brandon Ingram disappears in Raptors' Game 2 loss to Cavaliers
When they traded for Brandon Ingram and gave him a big contract extension a year ago, the Toronto Raptors thought he was the missing piece. Monday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, he was just missing.
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