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One of the biggest question marks heading into the 2026-27 campaign was that of the backup point guard role. Who would man that post? Which player on the roster made the most sense?

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 19

Does Craig Porter Jr. Have a Future With Cavs Beyond This Season?

Through his first three seasons in Cleveland, Craig Porter Jr. has failed to carve out a consistent role. Whether it’s been the team adding more depth at the deadline or the mainstays being healthy, he’s gone in and out of the rotation.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 13

Two Factors Pointing Toward Craig Porter Jr. Winning Cavs Backup PG Job

It’s been looking promising for the Cavs “veteran” backup point guard. Craig Porter Jr. is coming into his fourth year with the team, and still showing off how solid he is capable of being at times.

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The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 13

3 Cavaliers Who Could Solidify Their Spot in the Rotation in Final Preseason Game

The Cavaliers will play their final preseason game on Oct. 13 against the Orlando Magic, and while this game may not mean a lot to people, it could mean a lot for a few Cavaliers who are still fighting for a spot in the regular season rotation.

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15 NBA non-lottery picks who outperformed everyone drafted ahead of them

The draft lottery is where you usually find the NBA's biggest stars. That's not always the case, though, as some later picks have proven to be some of the greatest players ever.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 9

Kenny Atkinson Reveals What He Sees as Craig Porter Jr.'s Greatest Skill

Craig Porter Jr. is coming into his fourth year with the Cavs. And as you’ve seen a number of other Cavs On SI writers say, he’s been speaking very clearly about his goals and intentions.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / October 8

Cavaliers’ Craig Porter Jr. Just Made a Compelling Case to Change the Rotation

In the Cavs’ preseason opening loss to the Boston Celtics on Thursday, a lot of different players got to showcase their abilities. A major part of these exhibition games are the opportunities that players receive to make an impression on their coaching staff.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / October 6

Cavs’ Craig Porter Jr. eyes bigger role: ‘It’s all in my hands’

Craig Porter Jr. has waited for a chance to lead the Cavs’ second unit. This fall, he might finally get it. Now comes the part where he has to make it his.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 22

5 Cavaliers Players With the Most to Prove Before Opening Night

We are in the stretch run of the 2026 offseason period and the Cleveland Cavaliers still have some legitimate questions to answer regarding their bench.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / September 14

Cavs have three candidates for backup point guard job

For once, the Cavaliers don’t need training camp to determine their starting lineup. The more interesting competition will take place behind it. Craig Porter Jr., rookie Meleek Thomas and second-year guard Tyrese Proctor enter camp as the primary candidates for Cleveland’s backup point guard minutes, as Mack Perry of NBA on SI examined.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / September 11

Cavs’ New Contracts With Mario Hezonja and Craig Porter Jr. Have Key Guarantee Dates

As the offseason goes into its final weeks before training camp begins, the trigger dates for guaranteeing contracts is starting to set in. A number of signings have been made by teams like the Kings with Ben Simmons, adding players they can get a look at before ensuring they land on the opening day roster.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / September 5

Craig Porter Jr. Must Seize This Upcoming Opportunity With Cavs

After a series of moves that has left the team hard-capped at the first apron with essentially zero flexibility remaining, the Cavaliers are very likely to enter the season as is.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / August 31

Pros and Cons of Potential Craig Porter Jr. Trade for Cleveland Cavaliers

For the past three years, Craig Porter Jr. has filled in whenever the Cavs have a need. A guard goes down with an injury? Toss him in. They’re looking for an extra ball-handler on the floor?

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 14

NBA Notes: Cavs, Craig Porter Jr, Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Kings

Craig Porter Jr. has spent three seasons proving he belongs in the NBA. The question entering Year 4 may be whether there’s still room for him in the Cavaliers’ rotation.

Cleveland Cavaliers 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.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / June 22

Cavs Exercise Option On Craig Porter Jr.’s Contract

The Cavaliers have exercised their option on Craig Porter Jr.‘s contract for next season, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com tweets. The club option of $2,406,205 is non-guaranteed; it becomes fully guaranteed if he’s still on the roster through Jan.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / February 26

Bucks Hold Off Short-Handed Cavaliers 118-116 in Thriller

Kevin Porter Jr. hit the shot that mattered most. With 20.2 seconds left on the clock and the game tied at 116, he stepped up to the free-throw line and drained a mid-range jumper to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 118-116 lead they wouldn’t relinquish.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 25

Bucks’ Kevin Porter Jr. climbs ladder on Cavs’ Jarrett Allen

The Milwaukee Bucks are turning a corner, at least from head coach Doc Rivers’ perspective, and they’ve gone 7-3 thus far in the calendar month of February.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 31, 2025

How Craig Porter Jr.’s ‘commitment to being elite’ has made him invaluable to Cavs’ success

Before his third season officially got underway, Craig Porter Jr. told ClutchPoints that there was much more he could bring to the table for the Cleveland

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 29, 2025

Exclusive: Craig Porter Jr. taking initiative for Cavs in ‘prove yourself’ league

Heading into his third NBA season, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Craig Porter Jr. is taking a proactive approach. His voice is as urgent as it’s ever been, exuding a stern tone when describing how he plans to attack training camp and earn the organization’s trust from top to bottom.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / February 14, 2024

Craig Porter Jr Deal With Cavs Partially Guaranteed, Includes Team Option

All that rookie point guard Craig Porter Jr. likely cares about is that his two-way contract was converted to a standard deal. The Cavs made it official in an announcement on Wednesday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 14, 2024

These NBA teams' championship odds shortened after the trade deadline

If you found yourself underwhelmed by this year's NBA trade deadline, you aren't alone. Oddsmakers weren't terribly moved this time around either, but there have been some changes of note.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / BasketballNews.com / February 14, 2024

Cleveland Cavaliers sign Craig Porter Jr. to four-year contract

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed rookie Craig Porter Jr. to a four-year contract, as reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Porter, an undrafted guard out of Wichita State, has been instrumental for the Cavs this season by filling in for then-injured point guard Darius Garland.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / February 13, 2024