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Cleveland Cavaliers' Silence This Offseason Could Mean Something Big

Even though the Cavaliers weren’t initially expected to chase Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer, Cleveland’s silence is deafening. Immediately following Cleveland’s sweep out of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks, Cavs owner Dan Gilbert posted on X that the team was “nowhere near” where they needed to be.

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Kyrie Irving reacts after allegedly ghosting Cavaliers’ championship reunion

Kyrie Irving offered a response to claims that he ghosted his former Cleveland Cavaliers teammates at a recent championship reunion — sort of. Irving posted a photo on Instagram Friday commemorating the Cavaliers’ 2016 championship team.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / The Spun / June 20

Kyrie Irving Breaks Silence On Him Missing Cavaliers' Championship Reunion

The Cleveland Cavaliers celebrated the 10-year reunion of their NBA championship run this week, but fans noticed that Kyrie Irving wasn't present. LeBron James, Kevin Love, Iman Shumpert, Tristan Thompson, Richard Jefferson, J.R.

James Harden News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 20

Player Option Deadline for Cavs Star James Harden Is Rapidly Approaching

After the Cavaliers fell to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, focus quickly shifted to the offseason. The focal point of this early portion of the Cavs offseason is James Harden and his $42.3 million player option which would put the Cavaliers over the second apron.

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The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / June 20

Cavs may face uphill climb in keeping Dean Wade

The Cavaliers would like to keep Dean Wade. Whether they’ll be able to is another question. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, league sources expect Wade to leave Cleveland in unrestricted free agency, with several teams expected to pursue the veteran forward once the market opens.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 20

Cleveland Cavaliers Have Three Clear Options With No. 29 Pick in NBA Draft

The 2026 NBA Draft has potential to be one of the best of all time. Loaded with front of the draft talent, it also has some late players projected to be potential All-Stars or leaders of their teams.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 20

Kevin Garnett Wants LeBron To End Career With Cleveland Cavaliers

With the NBA offseason in motion, the big question circling around the rumour mill is where LeBron James will end up on what will more likely be his last dance as he winds down his glorious career.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / HITC / June 20

Kyrie Irving celebrates 10-year anniversary of Cavaliers championship, silences rumors about tension

Kyrie Irving chose the 10-year anniversary of Cleveland’s 2016 title to remind everyone how he views that Cavaliers group. His absence from the reunion trip had become a talking point.

NBA News / HITC / June 20

LeBron James’ return to Cleveland Cavaliers might be best for Bronny, according to former MVP

LeBron James returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers sounds sentimental, but Kevin Garnett sees a practical benefit for Bronny James. The basketball case starts with opportunity.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 19

3 Big Lessons Cavaliers Can Learn From 2016 Championship Team

The Cleveland Cavaliers are celebrating the 2016 NBA Championship on Friday. Key players from the championship-winning team like LeBron James, Kevin Love, J.R.

Jarrett Allen News / Fear The Sword / June 19

Cavs final report card: Jarrett Allen

There is something to be said about a player who just goes out every night and does what you expect them to do. Jarrett Allen is one of those guys for the Cleveland Cavaliers, even in a year where he saw his shot-making efficiency take a slight dip.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 19

Cleveland Cavaliers Shouldn’t Rush To Extend These 2 Players This Offseason

The NBA offseason is now about a week old, with the New York Knicks celebrating their title in the streets today. The NBA Draft is also under a week away, as it starts on Tuesday, June 23rd, and free agency will start at the end of June also.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / June 19

The Cavs should consolidate one of their three-point specalists

The Cleveland Cavaliers have some tough decisions to make this summer. Anything they choose to do will come with a risk. From making another blockbuster trade to simply running back the same squad.

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Richard Jefferson News / AirJordanChronicles / June 19

'One of His Best Friends': Richard Jefferson Revisits LeBron’s Cavaliers Decision

Richard Jefferson was a key piece of the Cleveland Cavaliers in their 2016 NBA Finals run. However, the Cavs waived him just after his second season, exposing a brutal part of NBA business.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / June 19

Cavs Notes: Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, salary-saving moves

The Cavaliers haven’t made any major moves yet this offseason, but remember, we’ve only just begun. As always, this time of year tends to bring plenty of opinions, theories and outside observations about where things may be headed.

Dean Wade News / Hoops Wire / June 18

Why Cavs’ Dean Wade likely to draw interest in free agency

It’s hard to know exactly what will become of Cavaliers free agent forward Dean Wade. For starters, the Cavs would love for Wade to return. By all accounts, Wade would like to be back, too.

Koby Altman News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 18

How Koby Altman Can Earn A+ Grade for the Cavaliers This Offseason

Cleveland Cavaliers’ president of basketball operations Koby Altman has made it clear that there won’t be a rebuild for next season’s team, but changes will be made.

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 18

Why the Cavaliers Could Quietly Entertain Trading Donovan Mitchell This Summer

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been awfully quiet – almost too quiet. Immediately following Cleveland’s sweep out of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks, Cavs star Donovan Mitchell proclaimed that he wanted to remain with the team.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17

Kevin Love shares an incredible 2016 Cavaliers reunion photo

It has been almost 10 years since the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history, and LeBron James and some members of that squad have linked up across the pond for a reunion.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 16

Cavs rumors: Brian Windhorst hints at Donovan Mitchell extension contract timing

ESPN NBA reporter Brian Windhorst joined ESPN Radio Cleveland to discuss the future of Donovan Mitchell with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mitchell and the Cavaliers had a season that exceeded expectations, making it to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2018.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Report: Cavaliers could trade away notable player this offseason

The Cleveland Cavaliers could become the latest of many NBA teams to trade away Dennis The Menace. Cleveland is looking to shed some salary this offseason, Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported Tuesday during a local radio appearance.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Pro Sports / June 16

Veteran Guard Emerges as Potential Trade Candidate Amid Cleveland Cavaliers’ Salary-Shedding Plans

Just as the NBA season is officially over, teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, are actively looking to move key pieces in the trade season. While the team looks like a roster in need of a major shift, a recent name has popped up in the conversation.

Riley Minix News / Hoops Rumors / June 13

Cavs’ Riley Minix Reportedly Nearing Deal With ASVEL

Cavaliers forward Riley Minix is close to signing a contract with ASVEL in France, according to a report from Blazo Komnenic of Meridian Sport (hat tip to Eurohoops).

James Harden News / Yardbarker / June 14