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NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 2
Donovan Mitchell reportedly extra motivated after LeBron James’ Cavs snub
Donovan Mitchell heard the reports. Now he apparently intends to respond. NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson said Mitchell is especially motivated entering next season after LeBron James passed on a return to the Cavaliers and signed with the 76ers.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 2
LeBron James Decision Gave Cavaliers Ultimate Motivation for Upcoming Season
LeBron James was down to just a few teams when he was deciding whether or not to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers or move onto a new team and help them win a championship.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 2
4 Moves Cleveland Cavaliers Can Still Make in August
As we now enter the final month of the NBA offseason before training camp begins, the Cleveland Cavaliers still have time to bolster their roster when the team gets together on September 29.
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The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 1
Cavs’ offseason earns poor marks from one NBA analyst after LeBron miss
The Cavaliers are still waiting to finalize James Harden‘s new contract and remain active in the search for another wing. But at least one national NBA analyst isn’t impressed with how the offseason has unfolded.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 1
Mario Hezonja contract with Cavs includes trigger date for full guarantee
The Cavaliers’ deal with Mario Hezonja comes with a little extra flexibility. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, Hezonja signed a one-year, non-guaranteed contract that becomes fully guaranteed if he remains on Cleveland’s roster beyond Nov.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 1
Cavaliers sign former Spanish League MVP to 1-year contract
The Cleveland Cavaliers officially signed forward Mario Hezonja to a one-year contract on Friday, bringing the former fifth overall NBA Draft pick back to the league for the first time since the 2019-20 season.
Mario Hezonja News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 1
2 Instant Ways Mario Hezonja Will Impact Cavaliers During First Season in Cleveland
After a brief period of uncertainty, Mario Hezonja’s deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers has been made official, but what can you expect from the Croatian?
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / July 31
The Cleveland Cavaliers Should Go All-In on Kevin Durant
After missing out on LeBron James, Cleveland Cavaliers fans are desperate for a big move. The landscape of this Eastern Conference has changed, and Cavs fans are smart.
James Harden News / Hoops Wire / July 31
James Harden, Cavs remain focused on bigger picture as deal nears
James Harden‘s next contract with the Cavaliers continues to look less like a negotiation and more like a collaborative effort. According to Michael Scotto
NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 31
Cavs still pursuing Peyton Watson as James Harden waits
The Cavaliers apparently aren’t finished exploring ways to upgrade the wing. Appearing on ESPN’s NBA Today, NBA insider Ramona Shelburne said Cleveland remains engaged in its pursuit of Nuggets restricted free agent Peyton Watson, suggesting that’s one reason James Harden has yet to finalize a new contract with the team.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31
James Harden is waiting for one player before signing a new deal
LeBron James has already made his decision, but James Harden is still apparently waiting for another domino to fall. The former NBA MVP Harden has delayed on signing a new contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers this offseason.
Peyton Watson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / July 30
Peyton Watson Could Be Ideal Wing Option for Cleveland Cavaliers This Offseason
According to reports, the Cleveland Cavaliers are sniffing around the idea of bringing in a serious option on the wing. After missing out on LeBron James, the Cavs quickly pivoted to Mario Hezonja on a veteran minimum contract.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 30
Cavaliers Could Attempt Kevin Durant Trade As Final Summer Move
After striking out on LeBron James this summer, the Cleveland Cavaliers are presumably content with running it back. As it stands, they have one of the best rosters in the league, and there is confidence internally that they can keep up with the likes of the Knicks, 76ers, and Heat in the East.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / July 30
How Cavaliers Can Still Land Jonathan Kuminga To Salvage This Offseason
The Cleveland Cavaliers are looking for a wing this offseason, and Jonathan Kuminga remains an option. The championship-winning wing was traded to an Eastern Conference team after spending most of his career with the Golden State Warriors.
Donovan Mitchell News / TWSN / July 30
Cleveland Cavaliers Linked to Trade for Donovan Mitchell's Friend
The Cleveland Cavaliers ended up missing out on the LeBron James sweepstakes, and now have to pivot to continue adjusting their roster. According to Jake Weinbach, one route the Cavaliers could go this offseason is to trade with the Charlotte Hornets to acquire a good friend of Donovan Mitchell's in Royce O'Neale.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 30
Extended LeBron James pursuit puts Cavaliers' fallback option at risk
The Cleveland Cavaliers had to wait until July 24 to learn that LeBron James wasn't joining their team. Now that delay is complicating their fallback signing.
Donovan Mitchell News / Athlon Sports / July 29
Why Donovan Mitchell Is Still a Safe Fantasy Bet, Playoff Concerns Included
Cleveland announced Donovan Mitchell's four-year, $273 million extension on July 9. That signature is the hook here, and it is a big part of why Mitchell is still a safe fantasy bet in 2026.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 29
1 undrafted Cavs 2026 NBA Summer League star who could make roster
The Cleveland Cavaliers advanced to their first Eastern Conference Finals since the 2017-18 season, falling short to the eventual champion New York Knicks.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Scoop B / July 29
DeMar DeRozan, Jonathan Kuminga High On Cleveland Cavaliers Offseason Radar
CLEVELAND — As the NBA offseason landscape continues to shift following the initial dominoes of free agency, league sources tell me the Cleveland Cavaliers are actively exploring high-profile roster upgrades—with both DeMar DeRozan and forward Jonathan Kuminga squarely on their radar.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 24
Cavaliers, Jonathan Kuminga Reportedly Have Mutual Interest
The Cavaliers and free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga have mutual interest in the former No. 7 overall pick ending up in Cleveland, multiple league sources tell Joe Vardon of The Athletic.
Luke Travers News / Hoops Rumors / July 23
Luke Travers Returns To Melbourne United On Two-Year Deal
After spending most of the past two seasons in the NBA, Australian wing Luke Travers is headed back overseas to rejoin his former team, Melbourne United.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 23
Five Summer League players who earned bigger NBA roles
NBA Summer League is a chance for rookies to get their feet wet in the NBA, while veterans show off for roster spots and G League jobs. Sometimes, players stand out so much that they change their teams' plans for the upcoming season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 13
Cavaliers' Meleek Thomas continues dominating NBA Summer League
The impact of the NBA Summer League is debatable, but the Cleveland Cavaliers' second-round pick is making the most of his opportunity to test his game
Meleek Thomas News / Yardbarker / July 12
Meleek Thomas is already forcing Cavaliers to rethink rookie plan
Thomas scored 30 points in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 103-94 Summer League loss to the Detroit Pistons Sunday, but his most revealing work came as a playmaker.
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