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There was a time when Dean Wade was viewed as one of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ most important role players. Over the last two seasons, the Cavs are 83-30 in the games that Wade plays in.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Last Word On Sports / September 27

The Cleveland Cavaliers Are Poised for a Trade This Season

Last season, the Cleveland Cavaliers finished with the best record in the Eastern Conference. They were heavy favorites to contend for a title, and even traded for De’Andre Hunter at the deadline, hoping to push their title chances.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cavaliers Nation / September 26

Report: Some within Cavs initially doubted Dean Wade’s goal for himself

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade deserves credit for overcoming the odds and carving out an elongated stint playing for the team after he went undrafted in the 2019 NBA Draft.

3 Bold Cavaliers Predictions For 2025

With the 2025-26 NBA season right around the corner, the Cleveland Cavaliers are looking to bounce back after an early postseason exit. While some things are certain, such as De’Andre Hunter settling more into his role, there is still room for surprises. Will Darius Garland be traded?

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Fear The Sword / August 7

It’s now or never for Dean Wade

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade has one of the most valuable skill sets for an NBA role player. He’s an elite defensive forward who can hold his own guarding three through five, is a superb rebounder, and is a career 40% three-point shooter.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 29

Magic Acquire Sharp-Shooting Forward In Proposed Trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers have championship aspirations for next season, similar to the Orlando Magic. However, their depth may have regressed with the departure of Ty Jerome in free agency.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 28

Talkin’ Cavaliers, NBA, LeBron James, Kevin Love, Dean Wade, Two-Ways

It’s the end of July, yes, but we all know the NBA seldom rests. So I filled in for Cavaliers legend Mark Price on the Mark Price For 3 podcast to discuss the Cavs, LeBron James, and a whole lot more.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / July 25

NBA Insider Provides Update On Cavaliers Trade Plans for Forward

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been relatively active this offseason for a team restricted by the second apron, and they may not be done making moves yet.

NBA News / The Dream Shake / July 25

Rockets attempted to trade for Cavaliers Dean Wade before NBA Draft

The Rockets almost looked very different. The Houston Rockets historic deal for Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns in return for a package centered around Jalen Green has been the highlight of their hectic offseason.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / July 24

Rumor: Dean Wade Trade For Cavaliers Not Happening ‘Anytime Soon’

A Dean Wade trade for the Cleveland Cavaliers is not happening “anytime soon,” according to NBA insider Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report. Wade will make $6.6 million next season in the final year of his contract.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Wire / July 24

Cavs Rumors: Depth Chart, Lonzo Ball, Dean Wade

Depth should again be a strength for the Cavaliers next season, yes, even with the loss of Ty Jerome, wrote Jackson Flickinger of Fear The Sword. As you know, the Cavs lost Jerome to Memphis in free agency and Isaac Okoro to Chicago in the Lonzo Ball trade.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 21

Rumor: Rockets Tried To Trade For Cavaliers’ Dean Wade

The Houston Rockets tried to trade for Cleveland Cavaliers wing Dean Wade, according to NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. This was before the

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Last Word On Sports / July 20

Cavaliers Have Roster Options Reportedly Interested In Two-Time All-Star, Dean Wade On Trade Block?

The Cleveland Cavaliers have 13 players under standard contract, meaning they need to add at least one more player to meet the NBA’s roster requirement.

NBA News / Mavs Moneyball / July 20

The mystery of Dallas’ interest in Dean Wade

The Cavaliers big man is drawing attention from multiple teams, but signs are beginning to point to Dallas as the front-runner to acquire him Over the past few weeks, Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Dean Wade’s name has surfaced in trade rumors.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / July 19

It is not yet clear how Cavaliers intend to fill final roster spot

The Cavaliers currently have 13 players on standard contracts and it’s not yet clear how they intend to fill their 14th roster spot, Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com writes in a subscriber-only mailbag article.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 19

Cavs’ Dean Wade Still Mentioned In Trade Chatter; Mavericks Interested?

The Cavaliers really like Dean Wade, but they may also like the idea of not being in the NBA’s second tax bracket. For those unfamiliar with salary-cap jargon and implications, just know the Cavs are in a tough spot.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29

Cavs forward Dean Wade gets concerning update on knee injury

The Cleveland Cavaliers are confronting yet another significant adjustment to their roster. This is after an injury update concerning their sharpshooting forward Dean Wade.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / January 26

Cavaliers starting forward suffers knee injury

He departed the third quarter of Cleveland’s 132-129 defeat to Philadelphia on Friday due to a right-knee injury.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 13, 2024

Cavs’ Dean Wade hints at need for knee surgery

For the Cleveland Cavaliers, a consistent theme that has unfortunately plagued them all season long is injuries. One of the more recent victims of the nagging injury bug is sharpshooting big man Dean Wade, who missed two months of action before taking the floor in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Boston Celtics.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Last Word On Sports / May 11, 2024

Key Rotational Piece Could be Back for Cavaliers in Game 3

Dean Wade’s ultimate highlight in the NBA came in a game against the Boston Celtics. He may be finally returning to the court for the Cleveland Cavaliers against that very same team.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Hoops Rumors / April 24, 2024

Cavaliers forward to miss rest of first-round series

He is one of Cleveland’s best defensive players. He averaged 5.4 points and 4.0 rebounds while shooting 39.1 percent from long distance in 54 games this season.

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Cleveland Cavaliers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13, 2024

Cavs: Dean Wade’s absence taking a toll on 1 key area

When looking at Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade’s play on paper, it’s easy to zero in on his three-point shooting prowess. It’s understandable why that’s the case, too.

NBA News / FirstSportz / March 6, 2024

Watch: ‘Pumped up’ Travis Kelce dances with Dean Wade following his stellar 20 point-fourth quarter performance against the Celtics

Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chief, attended the Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers game on Tuesday. The game went down to the wire and was carried by Dean Wade, who outscored the Celtics himself 20-17 in the fourth quarter.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / March 6, 2024

"That's Who He Is:" Dean Wade Praised After Cavs Comeback Win Over Celtics

The Cleveland Cavaliers needed someone to step up as they took on the top team in the NBA while being down several players. Dean Wade didn't just step

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 5, 2024

Watch: Wade's put-back dunk caps off huge Cavaliers comeback

Watch: Dean Wade's put-back dunk caps off huge Cavaliers comeback vs. Celtics

The Cavaliers put an end to the Celtics 11-game winning streak on Tuesday night with a 105-104 win that was capped off with a thrilling put-back dunk by Dean Wade in the game's closing seconds.

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