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Last time out, the Cavaliers decided to give rest to James Harden and Donovan Mitchell, who are hurt and still recovering from injuries. In Detroit, something stood out in the loss.

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Cavs’ James Harden, Keon Ellis to return; Donovan Mitchell out

The Cavaliers will get some backcourt help Sunday. James Harden is set to return against the Nets after missing two games with a fractured right thumb in Tuesday’s win over the Knicks.

Lonzo Ball News / Sneakers on SI / March 1

The NBA's 10 Best Basketball Shoes of February

March Madness is here, and even the NBA players are ready for the exciting month in hoops. Throughout February, several of the league's superstars debuted player-exclusive college colorways of their signature sneakers.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 1

NBA Admits to 3 Mistakes That Hurt Cavaliers Against Pistons

The Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Detroit Pistons in overtime in their showdown on Friday. However, the NBA referees played a role in their defeat. Detroit secured a 122-119 victory over Cleveland behind Jalen Duren's monster double-double of 33 points and 16 rebounds.

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How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / March 1

Cavs believe they’re built for what comes next

It’s March 1. Which means what happened in February matters a little less. And what happens next matters a lot more. Two nights ago, the Cavaliers lost in overtime at Detroit.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Cavs Notes: Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Keon Ellis

The Cavaliers walked out of Detroit frustrated Friday night. They also walked out confident. Playing without starting guards Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, the Cavs pushed the Eastern Conference-leading Pistons to overtime before falling, 122-119.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / February 28

Cavaliers looking to maintain mastery over lowly Nets

Due to injuries, James Harden and Donovan Mitchell were bystanders on the bench as the Cleveland Cavaliers collapsed late against the best team in the Eastern Conference on Friday night.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 28

Three Takeaways from the Cleveland Cavaliers' Crushing Loss to the Detroit Pistons

It was bound to happen, especially without two of the league's best guards. On Friday, Feb. 27, the Cleveland Cavaliers travelled north to take on the Detroit Pistons in a can't-miss Eastern Conference clash.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 28

Why Cleveland Cavaliers Shouldn't Be Worried Following Loss to Detroit Pistons

While many hoped the Cleveland Cavaliers could weather the storm and continue beating teams without their superstars, that simply hasn’t been the reality.

Kenny Atkinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson caught cursing mid-game on live TV mic

The league-leading Detroit Pistons narrowly escaped with a 122-119 overtime victory against a heavily depleted Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night at Little Caesars Arena.

Lonzo Ball News / HITC / February 28

NBA insider claims Lonzo Ball’s injury issues might have ended his NBA career

Growing concern surrounding Lonzo Ball’s medical outlook has intensified doubts about his NBA future. Lonzo Ball began the campaign with the Cleveland Cavaliers, appearing in 35 games before being traded to the Utah Jazz.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / February 28

'No Moral Victories' – Cleveland Cavaliers Coach Sends Strong Message After Overtime Loss Vs. Detroit Pistons Despite Being Shorthanded

The Cleveland Cavaliers put up a valiant effort in their 122-119 overtime loss on Friday night, as they pushed the Detroit Pistons to the limit despite being shorthanded.

James Harden News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27

$Cavs’ James Harden struggling to dribble amid thumb fracture$

Cavs’ James Harden struggling to dribble amid thumb fracture

Cleveland Cavaliers star guard James Harden is dealing with difficulties with his nagging hand injury. Harden is going through the 17th year of his NBA career, his first with the Cavaliers.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 27

Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell hilariously demands a Dennis Schroder foul mid-interview

The Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers were already deep into a chaotic, “twilight zone” matchup at Little Caesars Arena when Donovan Mitchell decided to steal the show from the sidelines.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / February 27

Cleveland Cavaliers Fall Apart Late Against Detroit Pistons In Overtime Thriller

Friday night in Detroit had everything. A scoreboard that threw a full-on tantrum. A star player fouling out at the worst possible moment. A backup guard converting three clutch free throws to force overtime.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / February 27

Cleveland Cavaliers Injury News Worsens at Undesirable Point in Season

It’s a bad week to be a finger in Cleveland. Just days after the Cavaliers announced that point guard James Harden fractured his thumb, it was reported Friday morning that another Cavs guard acquired earlier in the month, Keon Ellis, has fractured a finger of his own.

Donovan Mitchell News / Hoops Rumors / February 26

Donovan Mitchell (Groin) To Miss Second Straight Game Friday

Star guard Donovan Mitchell, who was out for Wednesday’s loss in Milwaukee, will miss his second straight game on Friday when the Cavaliers play at Detroit, tweets Jamal Collier of ESPN.