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Kenny Atkinson News / Fear The Sword / December 31

Former Cavs assistant praises Kenny Atkinson: ‘He’s the hardest working dude I know’

There’s a long history between Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson and his former assistant, now the head coach of the Phoenix Suns, Jordan Ott.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / December 31

Kenny Atkinson clarrifies that Cavs guard Sam Merrill isn’t Michael Jordan

I’m not sure many people have compared Cleveland Cavaliers’ guard Sam Merrill to Michael Jordan. Head coach Kenny Atkinson didn’t do so, but he felt the need to clarify that Merrill isn’t Jordan after the effusive praise he threw Merrill’s way when asked about his impact before the team’s matchup with the Phoenix Suns on New Year’s Eve.

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 31

Cleveland Cavaliers look to build momentum against scorching Phoenix Suns

The Cleveland Cavaliers return home tonight (Wednesday) feeling far better about themselves but will be tested immediately by a Phoenix Suns team playing some of its best basketball of the season.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 30

Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson reveals reason for Lonzo Ball’s DNP-CD vs. Spurs

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Lonzo Ball did not play in Monday night’s impressive bounce-back win over the San Antonio Spurs, sparking questions about his status in the team’s rotation.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / December 30

Cavs get disappointing results in first batch of NBA All-Star voting

The Cleveland Cavaliers were on the verge of having four All-Stars last season. Now? They are only on track for one. The first batch of fan votes has been released, and Donovan Mitchell is the only Cavalier who is even close to being voted into the game.

Kenny Atkinson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 30

Kenny Atkinson points out one big reason the Cavaliers beat the Spurs

Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson noticed a big difference in his side’s convincing 113-101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs After losing to Houston in the previous matchup, the Cavs made it clear this time that they were ready to respond.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 29

Cavaliers shoot past Spurs thanks to 4th-quarter outburst

Jarrett Allen amassed 27 points and 10 rebounds and helped key a decisive fourth-quarter run as the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers emerged with a 113-101 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Monday.

Darius Garland News / Fear The Sword / December 29

Winners and Losers: Cavs at Spurs – Darius Garland runs the show

The Cleveland Cavaliers picked up a huge win on the road against the San Antonio Spurs. Let’s see who won and lost the night. The Cavs have missed their point guard.

Max Strus News / Hoops Wire / December 29

Cavs still don’t have timetable for Max Strus return

Max Strus is progressing. Just not on a set clock. The Cavaliers wing underwent surgery in late August to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot and has yet to practice, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / December 29

Cavaliers could be in for a turnaround after win over Spurs

The Cleveland Cavaliers notched their signature win of the 2025-26 season so far on Monday by going on the road and defeating the San Antonio Spurs, 113-101.

Cavs have not held ‘credible’ trade talks involving Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen

Jaylen Brown ties longstanding Larry Bird record with Celtics

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / December 29

Still No Timeline For Max Strus To Make Season Debut

Cavaliers wing Max Strus underwent surgery in late August to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot. While he has been able to do some individual on-court

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / December 29

Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers get boost in final power rankings of the year

The Cleveland Cavaliers are picking up the pieces after falling to the New York Knicks and Houston Rockets in back-to-back games. It was a tough one-two punch for the Cavs to take in the holiday season, but things could still be looking up for them.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / December 29

Cavs have not held ‘credible’ trade talks involving Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen

When a season starts to wobble, the noise always follows. Trade rumors pick up, rival teams start sniffing around, and big names inevitably find their way into conversations.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 28

Jaylen Brown ties longstanding Larry Bird record with Celtics

The Boston Celtics dropped a tough 114-108 decision to the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday, but you can not blame Jaylen Brown for that result. Brown finished with 37 points and recorded his ninth consecutive 30-point game.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown on a level with Larry Bird after latest performance

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s showboat move in final seconds sparks Bulls-Bucks scuffle

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Kenny Atkinson News / Fadeaway World / December 28

Kenny Atkinson Calls Out Cavaliers Players Following Blowout Loss To Rockets

The Cleveland Cavaliers dropped to 17-16 in this 2025-26 NBA season following a 117-100 loss to the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Saturday. The Rockets were without Alperen Sengun here, but still led by as many as 31 points, and Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson called out his players in his postgame press conference.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hardwood Heroics / December 27

'They’re Just Too Soft' – Cleveland Cavaliers Stars Draw Brutal Criticism From Former NBA All-Star Guard Amid Inconsistent Stretch

The Cleveland Cavaliers were supposed to be one of the top contenders for this year’s NBA championship after a 64-18 campaign last season. However, they have fallen well short of expectations so far with their 17-15 start.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / December 27

John Wall Thinks Mitchell And Garland Aren’t Getting Along; Claims Cavs Are Too Soft With Allen And Mobley

The Cleveland Cavaliers came into this 2025-26 season as one of the favorites to win the Eastern Conference, but have fallen well short of expectations so far.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 27

Knicks' Tyler Kolek is the second coming of 'Linsanity'

Jeremy Lin has been flattened by time into a highlight reel and the "Linsanity" catchphrase, but the myth omits the context that made it happen. Jeremy Lin didn't emerge in a vacuum.

Knicks get a Christmas miracle in form of comeback win over Cavaliers

Knicks ride big bench performances to Christmas win, send message to East rivals

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Evan Mobley News / Field Level Media / December 25