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NBA News / Yardbarker / August 14
Bradley Beal's return to Clippers is another failed veteran opt-out
A number of former All-Stars opted out of their contracts for 2026-27 to give their teams more flexibility to make moves. Across the board, that extra flexibility has led nowhere.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / August 14
Mock Trade Gives Cavaliers An Even Better Wing Than Peyton Watson And Jonathan Kuminga
As the 2026 offseason reaches training camp, the Cavaliers have spent basically the whole second half of this summer looking for a starting wing next to their core of four big players.
Sam Merrill News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 14
Why Sam Merrill is Cavs Most Underrated Weapon
Coming into the league as the last pick of his draft class, Sam Merrill had a chip on his shoulder from the get-go. He played sparingly as a rookie, though he was fortunate to spend that campaign with the NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks.
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 / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 14
Where Cavaliers' 17 Nationally Televised Games Rank Amongst Other Title Contenders
The NBA schedule is finally here and the excitement is palpable. Road trips are being planned by millions as this article is being written. Setting plans and dates all around when the squad is going to be suiting up 82 times between October and mid-April.
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.
Craig Porter News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 13
Cleveland Cavaliers Must Decide What’s Next for Craig Porter Jr.
Whenever he opts to re-sign, James Harden will reclaim his starting spot. That’s all set. Where the discussion begins is with the backup point guards of the Cavs.
NBA News / Fear The Sword / August 13
Cavs schedule revealed: Dates to watch for 
It will be here before you know it. The Cleveland Cavaliers have their full schedule for the 2026-27 NBA season, and you have a chance to mark your calendars and prepare for another year of Cavs basketball.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 13
Biggest Flaw in Cleveland Cavaliers Roster They Can’t Afford To Ignore
It’s haunted the Cleveland Cavaliers for years, and it looks like it’s going to return again this year. Despite making changes to their roster for the upcoming season, missing the boat on LeBron James will define the Cavs’ offseason leading up to September’s training camp.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16
Part two of YardBarker’s Top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 12
Cleveland Cavaliers 2026 NBA Cup Schedule Announced
The 2026-27 NBA schedule release process started yesterday, with some key early dates and the Christmas Day slate being announced. Things have progressed today with the NBA Cup schedule now being available.
Meleek Thomas News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 12
Projecting Meleek Thomas’ Role During Rookie Season With Cavs
It was a bit of a disappointment to Cavs fans when they traded out of the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft. It didn’t take long, though, for them to make those same folks happy.
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 12
Cleveland Cavaliers Most Likely Final Move This Offseason
With two roster spots still available, the Cleveland Cavaliers need to ensure they have experience and quality in someone who can mould into what they are looking to build this season and carry them further than the Eastern Conference finals finish from last term.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 12
Every Cleveland Cavaliers Retired Number and the Story Behind It
There is no shortage of jerseys hanging in the rafters at Rocket Arena. And there will be more in the years to come. Let’s take a look at the full list of each player to have their jersey retired by the Cavs!
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 12
Cavs exploring Dennis Schroder, Max Strus trades in pursuit of Peyton Watson
The Cavaliers’ pursuit of Peyton Watson appears to be getting increasingly serious. Specifically, Cleveland is exploring trades involving Dennis Schroder and Max Strus in an effort to create the financial flexibility needed to acquire Watson from the Nuggets in a sign-and-trade, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fadeaway World / August 11
James Harden’s Waning Patience Could Force Cavaliers To End Sign-And-Trade Pursuits
Following a run to the Eastern Conference Finals this past spring, the Cleveland Cavaliers are aiming to take that next step as title contenders. But after striking out on all the summer’s top free agents (most notably LeBron James), Cleveland is running out of time to make their move.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 11
NBA Just Sent the Cavaliers a Reminder About Their Terrible Offseason
Despite being four wins away from the NBA Finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers find themselves snubbed from the primetime Opening Night schedule announcement.
DeMar DeRozan News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 11
Pros and Cons of Cavaliers Pursuing Demar DeRozan in Free Agency
The Cleveland Cavaliers are thinking about pursuing veteran free agent DeMar DeRozan as a potential starting wing player ahead of next month’s training camp.
Peyton Watson News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 11
Cavaliers Named As Serious Contender for Peyton Watson
As Cavaliers President of Basketball Operations Koby Altman and staff look to make a big move to finish off their off-season, Peyton Watson still looks to be at the top of their target list.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 11
76ers' 2026 home opener has LeBron James implications
The 76ers will have a spotlight shone on them for the entirety of James’ tenure.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / August 10
NBA scout likes Cavs’ firepower, but sees two potential trouble spots
One NBA scout believes the Cavaliers have enough talent to win the Eastern Conference. Yes, as currently constructed. But that doesn’t mean he looks at their roster and sees a team without flaws.
James Harden News / Hoops Wire / August 10
Cavs, James Harden reportedly expect contract resolution soon
The James Harden waiting game may finally be nearing its end. Not that there has been much mystery about the expected outcome. Harden has made it clear for months that he wants to return to the Cavaliers, and Cleveland has operated with the expectation that the 11-time All-Star will be back.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10
Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga dream faces two competitors
The Lakers have been keeping tabs on Kuminga for a while now.
Cleveland Cavaliers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10
Report: Cavaliers are actively shopping one player
The Cleveland Cavaliers are looking to do some summer cleaning. Cleveland is actively discussing various trade packages involving veteran guard Dennis Schroder, Chris Fedor of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reported this weekend.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 9
76ers president reveals why LeBron James signed with them
The four-time NBA champion shocked the sports community by taking his talents to the City of Brotherly Love.
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.
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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