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Cavaliers Looking To Trade Lonzo Ball Before NBA Trade Deadline

When the Cleveland Cavaliers made a trade for Lonzo Ball this offseason, it seemed like it could have been the steal of the offseason. He was expected to maintain the point guard position while Darius Garland worked his way back from injury, and be a star for the second unit later in the season.

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Donovan Mitchell Fuels Speculation on a Potential LeBron James Return to Cavaliers

As LeBron James returned to Cleveland in the Cavaliers 129-99 win, the final few years of his career was a hot topic of discussion. It’s clear LeBron will be retiring soon, and has always kept the window open for a possible return to his hometown team.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 29

Cavs Rumors: De’Andre Hunter, LeBron James, Nae’Qwan Tomlin, Jaylon Tyson

Despite a down shooting season, the Cavaliers have generated real trade interest in De’Andre Hunter, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line adds that the Cavs are engaged in ongoing discussions involving the veteran forward.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 30-point games in an NBA season leaders' quiz

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / EssentiallySports / January 29

Donovan Mitchell Initiates Damage Control After LeBron James Disrespect In Cleveland

What was supposed to be a night of nostalgia celebrating the homecoming of the ‘Kid from Akron’ took a sharp turn during the Cleveland Cavaliers’ post-game press conference.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

Deandre Ayton’s Interesting Reaction While LeBron James Is Down in Pain Goes Viral

Los Angeles Lakers big man Deandre Ayton has slowly become a disappointment this season. As a prized free agency signing in the offseason, the former 2018 top overall pick has struggled with his new role in LA.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 29

'Safety hazard': Lakers' JJ Redick revisits concern about Cavaliers court after Luka Doncic injury scare

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick thinks the Cleveland Cavaliers' court is just a tad too high.

Lakers' Doncic hurts himself on the Cavaliers' raised court

One Lakers player has demanded trade

Major update emerges on Jayson Tatum's status for 2025-26 NBA season

Clint Capela signing looks prescient after Steven Adams injury news

Joel Embiid matches franchise icons as he continues dominant stretch

Jeremiah Fears takes a shot online at Lu Dort after their heated encounter

NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 28

How the Cavaliers spoiled LeBron James' return to Cleveland

It was another edition of LeBron James returning back to Northeast Ohio in an opposing team's uniform. This time, it was the Cleveland Cavaliers getting the best of the Los Angeles Lakers, 129-99 in what could have been LeBron's final game in this arena.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / January 28

Donovan Mitchell-led Cavaliers win fifth straight at expense of Lakers

Donovan Mitchell scored 25 points and Jaylon Tyson added 20 points and six assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 129-99, extending their season-long winning streak to five games Wednesday night.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / January 28

Player Grades: Cavs vs Lakers – Cleveland’s youth puts on a show

The Cleveland Cavaliers ran the Los Angeles Lakers off the floor 129-99. Their youth stole the show. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player.

NBA News / Fear The Sword / January 28

Kenny Atkinson comments on a possible LeBron James third stint with Cavs

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers’ annual trip to play the Cleveland Cavaliers always brings extra attention. This season, it was the report that the Cavs would reportedly be interested in a reunion with James.

Sam Merrill News / Fear The Sword / January 28

Cavs Injury Report: Sam Merrill and De’Andre Hunter available vs Lakers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been dealt a rough hand this season. Injuries have already caused them to deploy more starting lineups than all of last season.

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The '14-win NFL quarterbacks' quiz

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

The 'NFL undrafted receiving leaders' quiz

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 28

How the Cleveland Cavaliers Could Pull Off Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade

Trade rumors began to circle around Giannis Antetokounmpo earlier in the season amidst the Milwaukee Bucks early struggles. In recent days, these rumors have began to snowball.

De'Andre Hunter News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Lakers linked to DeAndre Hunter trade as Cavs ramp up talks

Trade rumors have begun to ramp up as the deadline approaches, and there are many teams looking to make additions and also subtractions to their teams.

Chris Livingston News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Cavs sign new 2-way contract player with Cleveland ties, waive Chris Livingston

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Tristan Enaruna to a two-way contract, waiving Chris Livingston in a corresponding move. The team announced the news on Wednesday at noon ET, just hours before the Cavs host LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 28

Cavaliers Get Their First Participant in NBA All-Star Weekend Festivities

NBA All-Star Weekend starts on February 13 and a Cavaliers player was named to be participating in one of the events that weekend, and it was more than just Donovan Mitchell.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / January 28

Cavs Sign Tristan Enaruna To Two-Way Contract

One day after waiving Chris Livingston, the Cavaliers have filled their newly created two-way opening, announcing today in a press release that they’ve signed forward Tristan Enaruna to a two-way contract.

Evan Mobley News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / January 27

Cleveland Cavaliers Face New Setback With Evan Mobley’s Injury

The Cleveland Cavaliers suffered another midseason setback regarding one of their former All-Star players. On Tuesday, the Cavaliers announced that forward Evan Mobley would be sidelined one to three weeks after straining his left calf during Monday’s 114-98 win over the Orlando Magic.

Chris Livingston News / Hoops Rumors / January 27

Cavaliers Waive Two-Way Player Chris Livingston

The Cavaliers have waived two-way player Chris Livingston, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. Livingston signed his two-way deal in late October. He appeared in just three games with the Cavaliers this season.