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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 25
The Ringer ranks Shai Gilgeous-Alexander No. 1 in NBA; Donovan Mitchell 11th
The Ringer has released its latest ranking of the NBA’s top players, and there’s no shortage of material for debate. Start at the very top. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is ranked No.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 25
Jaylon Tyson Has a Legitimate Case for Sixth Man of the Year in 2026-27
The sophomore season for Jaylon Tyson in Cleveland was a pleasant surprise. He showed signs during his first Summer League foray, but his on-court opportunities during his rookie season were pretty limited.
Peyton Watson News / Fear The Sword / August 25
3 Reasons Peyton Watson is a game-changer for the Cavs 
The Cleveland Cavaliers finally made their move of the summer. A multi-team trade that ultimately landed Peyton Watson in the Wine and Gold. So what’s the big deal?
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Stadium Rant / August 24
Peyton Watson Trade Grades: Cavaliers Win the Fit, Nuggets Win the Value
Cleveland traded Max Strus, Tre Mann, an unprotected 2031 first-round pick, a 2032 Kings second-rounder, a 2027 Clippers second-rounder, and cash in a five-team transaction.
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.
Peyton Watson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 24
NBA feels the need to go full spin zone on RFA ‘media reports’ after Peyton Watson trade
One of the big restricted free agency dominoes fell this past weekend when the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired Peyton Watson via sign-and-trade in a multi-team deal.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 23
How Kevin Love Trade 12 Years Ago Today Reshaped Cavaliers
The 2014 offseason was arguably the biggest summer in the history of Cleveland Sports. It all began with 2011 #1 pick Kyrie Irving reaffirming his commitment by signing an extension at the outset of free agency.
Peyton Watson News / Hoops Wire / August 23
Why Cavs believe Peyton Watson can make a major difference
The Cavaliers knew what they needed after being swept by the Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals. Namely, more size, athleticism and defense on the wing.
James Harden News / Hoops Wire / August 24
Cavs’ $97 million James Harden signing draws criticism: ‘I think that’s irresponsible’
Not everyone is convinced that the Cavaliers’ decision to sign James Harden for another three years and $97 million was a great idea. “Three years, $97 million for somebody who turns 37 next week, I just think that’s irresponsible,” CBS Sports NBA writer Sam Quinn said during an appearance on the network, via Roundtable.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 23
Cavs planning February move to new downtown practice facility
The Cavaliers are getting closer to moving out of Independence and into their massive new downtown practice facility. The team plans to move into the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center during the NBA All-Star break in February, according to executives from Bedrock and Rock Entertainment Group, via News 5 Cleveland and Roundtable.
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.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 23
3 Reasons Cleveland Cavaliers Can Finish as No. 1 Seed in Eastern Conference
Though it took until late August, the Cleveland Cavaliers offseason can finally be categorized as a success. They were able to land the guys they wanted, while bringing the stars back.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 23
Nikola Jokic could be sending a quiet warning after Peyton Watson leaves Denver
The Denver Nuggets lost one of the most important players on their roster after shipping Peyton Watson away to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a five-team deal.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 22
Cam Whitmore enters NBA purgatory after trade
Playing for his NBA future may be what it takes for Whitmore to realize he's no longer a star, and transform himself into a useful NBA player.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / August 22
Rich Paul Explains Peyton Watson’s Playoff Absence
In the latest edition of his “Game Over” podcast with Max Kellerman, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul explains that he worked to “protect” Peyton Watson by discouraging him from trying to play in the postseason while he was dealing with a strained left hamstring (Twitter video link from NBA writer Damien Peters).
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 22
Rich Paul makes a notable admission about his client Peyton Watson
The Denver Nuggets’ bone to pick may ultimately be with Rich Paul rather than with Peyton Watson. The Klutch Sports founder and CEO Paul spoke this week on his “Game Over” podcast with Max Kellerman for The Ringer.
Peyton Watson News / AirJordanChronicles / August 22
Peyton Watson lands $88M deal after blockbuster three-team NBA trade
The Denver Nuggets balked at extension talks, and Peyton Watson is now on his way to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The No. 30 overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft gets a big move through a multi-team trade deal after his breakout season.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 21
Cavs Notes: James Harden, Peyton Watson, Max Strus
James Harden apparently did more than wait around while the Cavaliers figured out their summer. He helped recruit Peyton Watson to Cleveland. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst on the Hoops Collective podcast, Harden made his pitch to Watson when the two were together at Fanatics Fest in New York last month.
Cam Whitmore News / Hoops Wire / August 21
Cavs haven’t decided Cam Whitmore’s fate, could explore trade first
The Cavaliers may ultimately waive Cam Whitmore. They just aren’t there yet. Despite speculation that the Cavs will move on from Whitmore after acquiring him in the five-team Peyton Watson trade, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com reports that they have not made a final decision on the 22-year-old forward.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 22
Nuggets replace Peyton Watson by signing future Hall of Famer
The Denver Nuggets lost 23-year-old Peyton Watson this week. They're pivoting by replacing him with a 37-year-old. DeMar DeRozan plans to continue his Hall of Fame career by signing a one-year deal with the Nuggets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 20
James Harden makes expected decision after Cavaliers lose LeBron James sweepstakes to 76ers
The Cavaliers acquired Harden this past February as a championship-or-bust move.
Tristan Thompson News / Hoops Rumors / August 20
Dubai Basketball Hires Tristan Thompson As Global Ambassador
Longtime NBA big man Tristan Thompson has been hired by Dubai Basketball as a global ambassador, the EuroLeague team announced in a press release. In his
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20
James Harden’s future with the Cavaliers gets an update after a major twist
The Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off a massive trade that shook up their roster on Wednesday, acquiring forward Peyton Watson from the Denver Nuggets via a sign-and-trade transaction that also involved three other teams. With Watson secured, the Cavs are said to be finally turning their focus to James Harden’s future with the team.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
Cavaliers are actively trying to trade 1 former NBA Finals piece
Dennis Schroder is already gone, but the Cleveland Cavaliers are still looking to do some selling. The Cavaliers are making an “active” effort to trade away veteran forward Max Strus, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported this week.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / August 15
Former LeBron James teammate reveals why he didn't return to Cleveland
Another return to the Cleveland Cavaliers would've been the perfect movie-like ending to the LeBron James story. Alas, it was not to be.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14
Hornets get much-needed point guard depth with Dennis Schroder trade
The Hornets swung a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday afternoon to add a true backup point guard to their rotation for the upcoming season.
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