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Max Strus News / Field Level Media / August 26

Cavs' Max Strus out 3-4 months after foot surgery

The Cleveland Cavaliers announced on Tuesday that guard Max Strus underwent surgery on his left foot and may miss three to four months, which will sideline him for a portion of the 2025-26 regular season.

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Lonzo Ball News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Lonzo Ball Facing Potential Change After Cavaliers Announce Unfortunate News

After getting the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference for the first time since 2016, the Cleveland Cavaliers fell well short of expectations in the postseason again.

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Max Strus injury: Cavaliers guard out 'three to four months' after undergoing surgery on left foot, per report · CBSSports.com

Cavaliers' Strus has foot surgery, out 3-4 months · ESPN

ESPN panel ranks Evan Mobley 2nd in DPOY prediction for 2025-26 season · Cavaliers Nation

Larry Nance Jr. believes he can be perfect ‘puzzle piece fit’ for Cavs · Cavaliers Nation

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It's generally first-round picks who become stars in the NBA, and that makes sense: Teams draft promising players as soon as possible. Scouting and player evaluation are imperfect processes, though, and sometimes, a gem slips through the cracks, deeply enough to fall to the draft's second round.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / August 27

Cavaliers announce devastating injury news on veteran forward

The Cavaliers will be without one of their veterans for the near future.

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Malik Beasley reportedly could still be charged over gambling probe

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Max Strus News / Hoops Wire / August 26

Cavs’ Max Strus undergoes surgery for foot injury; expected to miss at least three months

Cavaliers wing Max Strus has undergone surgery to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot, the team announced. He is expected to miss three to four months.

Why B/R Might Be Wrong About Ty Jerome’s Fit With the Grizzlies

When the Memphis Grizzlies signed Ty Jerome to a three-year, $28 million deal this offseason, I knew the move would spark plenty of debate. Jerome was coming off his best season as a pro with the Cleveland Cavaliers, and his numbers (12.5 points per game on 51.6% shooting from the field and 43.9% from three) put him in the national spotlight.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hardwood Heroics / August 26

'Change Up The Mix' – Cleveland Cavaliers Predicted to Make a Move Before Trade Deadline

The Cleveland Cavaliers took the NBA by storm with how consistently good they were against most of their opponents. They secured the second-best franchise record, winning 64 games and secured the No.

Anthony Edwards Takes Jab At Adidas Athletes James Harden And Donovan Mitchell For 'Weak A** Shoes'

Anthony Edwards Takes Jab At Adidas Athletes James Harden And Donovan Mitchell For 'Weak' Shoes

One of the best things about being a star in the NBA is having a shoe sponsorship. Most can boast that, but only a select few can ever say that they have a whole line dedicated to them.

Donovan Mitchell News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 25

Cavaliers Urged to Make Jarring Donovan Mitchell Decision

Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell enjoyed what was probably the best year of his NBA career this past season, finishing fifth in MVP voting after leading the Cavaliers to the No.

East Notes: Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell, Pacers, Bennedict Mathurin, Wizards

The Cavaliers and their fans have truly loved what the team has done in the Donovan Mitchell era. Well, at least when it comes to the regular season. After all, the Cavs are 163-83 in the regular season since Mitchell arrived.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 25

3 Questions For The Cavaliers Heading Into Next NBA Season

We aren’t too far away from the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball being back at Rocket Arena. The Wine and Gold are entering a pivotal season, but there are

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 25

Cavs among teams viewed as most likely to make move before trade deadline

For now, the Cavaliers appear to be set. Training camp is a little more than a month away, and while Cleveland still has to add a player, the roster will pretty much look the same as it does today.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / August 25

NBA 2K26 was hit and miss with Cavs ‘Core Four’ ratings

NBA 2K26 doesn’t come out for a few weeks, but we do know what the overall rating for the Cleveland Cavaliers’ best players is. Donovan Mitchell – 93 Evan Mobley – 89 Darius Garland – 87 Jarrett Allen – 84 How seriously you take 2K ratings is up to you.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Total Apex Sports / August 24

What does the Complete Cavaliers Expectations look like in the 2025-26 season?

The air in Cleveland is thick. It’s the heavy weight of the Cavaliers expectations. After a postseason exit that felt less like a stumble and more like a fall down a flight of stairs, the Cleveland Cavaliers are staring down the barrel of a season that feels seismic.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Last Word On Sports / August 24

Cavs 11th Man Will Be Key To 2026 NBA Finals Run

The Cleveland Cavaliers are heading into 2025-26 looking like a top-four team. After losing Sixth Man of the Year finalist Ty Jerome to the Memphis Grizzlies in free agency, they may take a step back.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hardwood Heroics / August 23

'This Team Has Paid Their Dues' – Cleveland Cavaliers Forward Drops Bold Prediction on the Team’s Ceiling

Larry Nance Jr. strongly believes that the Cleveland Cavaliers are primed to take the next step this upcoming season after back-to-back second-round exits in the playoffs.

Lonzo Ball News / The SportsRush / August 23

Lonzo Ball Blames Emulating Kevin Durant On His Past Crooked Shooting Form

There were many things about Lonzo Ball that caught the eyes of fans when he made his debut for the Chicago Bulls. Whether it was his father, LaVar, singing his praises all over TV, or the fact that he and his brothers were making mockeries of nationally ranked basketball programs, fans were excited to see Zo make it to the NBA.

Larry Nance Jr. News / The SportsRush / August 22

Larry Nance Jr. Believes Cavs Have 'Paid Their Dues,' Will Take the Next Step

Despite their remarkable 2024-25 NBA season, the Cleveland Cavaliers remain one of the biggest puzzles ahead of the upcoming season. They dominated the league with a 64-18 regular season record, but followed that up with a disappointing postseason performance.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 22

Larry Nance Jr. explains why he is Cavaliers’ missing piece, can solve Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen’s problem

Larry Nance Jr. rejoined the Cleveland Cavaliers after his previous stint from 2018 to 2021. The veteran forward spent recent seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers, New Orleans Pelicans, and Atlanta Hawks before returning to his childhood team.

NBA News / The Lead / August 22

Will Jaylon Tyson Crack the Cavs ’25 – ’26 Rotation?

After an eye-opening Summer League, can second-year Cavalier Jaylon Tyson earn a spot in the Cavaliers’ rotation? Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson is famous for empowering bench players.

Kenny Atkinson News / NBA Analysis Network / August 19

Cleveland Cavaliers 2025-26 projected starting lineup: Kenny Atkinson’s side looks for redemption

The Cleveland Cavaliers are hoping to build off a brilliant campaign last year, but want to improve their playoff performance. The Cleveland Cavaliers surprised a lot of people last season.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 18

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The Cleveland Cavaliers enter the 2025 NBA Cup with both pride and unfinished business. Last season, they looked every bit like a juggernaut, storming out of the gates with a franchise-best 15-0 start and finishing with 64 wins, the top seed in the Eastern Conference.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hardwood Heroics / August 14

'No One’s Going to Give a Damn' – Former Cleveland Cavaliers Big Has Lofty Expectations for the Team Next Season

The Cleveland Cavaliers will enter 2025-26 with higher expectations following their 64-win regular season last campaign, especially after their second-round exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers in the playoffs.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14