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Central Notes: Watson, Mitchell, Edens, Trent, Nance

The Cavaliers were busy trying to upgrade at the forward spot this offseason. They were unwilling to give up Evan Mobley in potential deals for Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jaylen Brown, while LeBron James decided to go to Philadelphia instead of returning to Cleveland for a third stint. Cleveland eventually pivoted to restricted free agent Peyton […]

Peyton Watson viewed as guy who can push Cavs ‘over the edge’

ESPN released a list of “things we’re watching” now that NBA training camps have begun. For the Cavaliers, that means are all eyes are on you, Mr. Peyton Watson. While nothing has been determined, per coach Kenny Atkinson, many suspect Watson will be the fifth starter, alongside Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett […] The post Peyton Watson viewed as guy who can push Cavs ‘over the edge’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Report: JR Smith arrested on family assault charge

Former Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith was arrested Monday in Texas on a family violence assault charge, according to TMZ Sports. Smith was booked into the Hunt County Detention Center on a charge of assault causing bodily injury involving family violence, according to jail records cited by TMZ. Police told the outlet that an automatic license […] The post Report: JR Smith arrested on family assault charge appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Ex-Cavaliers Champion J.R. Smith Arrested Over Assault Charge

J.R. Smith, an integral part of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2016 championship team, is facing serious trouble off the court. This personal update comes just months after he graduated with a degree in Liberal Studies from North Carolina A&T State University. That said, what has happened to Smith? Smith, whose first name is Earl, was arrested […] The post Ex-Cavaliers Champion J.R. Smith Arrested Over Assault Charge appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Cavs champion J.R. Smith arrested for assault

J.R. Smith was arrested for assault in Texas on Tuesday. The former NBA veteran played five seasons with the Cleveland Cavaliers and contributed to their 2016 championship. TMZ reports that Smith was arrested by Hunt County police for family violence. He was booked on a charge of assault involving family bodily injury. No bond has […]

J.R. Smith arrest details: Mugshot released

J.R. Smith, the former New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers star, was arrested on Tuesday according to TMZ. According to the report, Smith was booked into Hunt County jail in Texas and no bond has been set. He was charged…

LeBron James’ final decision came down to 5 teams

LeBron James revealed that he had considered ending his NBA career with the New York Knicks before the franchise won the championship in June. Speaking during the Philadelphia 76ers’ media day, James said his eventual decision came down to Philadelphia, Cleveland, Golden State, Miami and Minnesota. Although New York was not among his final five […] The post LeBron James’ final decision came down to 5 teams appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Mario Hezonja reveals unexpected reason he already loves Cleveland

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Mario Hezonja has found at least one unexpected reason to enjoy his new NBA home: the weather. After years spent in warmer locations around the world, Hezonja said he has had enough of the sun. "I cannot stand the sun," Hezonja told Mikey McNuggets of Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show . "I'm not a sun person. I don't like the heat. I cannot stand it anymore. "I was all over the world. I was in Spain twice, I was in Orlando, I was in Croatia – sun all the time. I ...

Mario Hezonja: “I don’t need to prove anything”

Mario Hezonja said his return to the NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers is about giving everything he can to the team after building his game and completing his goals in European basketball. Speaking during Cavaliers media day on Monday, September 28, Hezonja explained that returning to the NBA had remained an option throughout his years […] The post Mario Hezonja: “I don’t need to prove anything” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

What Aaron Gordon expects DeMar DeRozan to bring to Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets, in dire need of some more scoring punch and depth amid a tough offseason in which they lost Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers, brought in veteran forward DeMar DeRozan on a veteran minimum. With the team also losing Tim Hardaway Jr., Jonas Valanciunas, and Bruce Brown, DeRozan figures to be an […] The post What Aaron Gordon expects DeMar DeRozan to bring to Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Cavs have heard the doubts. Jarrett Allen wants to end them

CLEVELAND — Jarrett Allen knows the Cavaliers have earned some respect. He also knows they haven’t earned all of it. “I feel like [the city] believes in us but part of them has doubt,” Allen said Monday at media day. “Everyone wants to break the doubt. I want to break the doubt. The team wants […] The post Cavs have heard the doubts. Jarrett Allen wants to end them appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Donovan Mitchell gets real on LeBron James choosing 76ers over Warriors, Cavaliers

When LeBron James announced his intentions to leave the Los Angeles Lakers a seek a new home in free agency, one of the teams believed to be in the running for his services was his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers. Ultimately James chose the Philadelphia 76ers, spurning what would have been his second homecoming. During Monday’s Media […] The post Donovan Mitchell gets real on LeBron James choosing 76ers over Warriors, Cavaliers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Donovan Mitchell sends huge LeBron James message after rejecting Cavaliers

Donovan Mitchell understands why LeBron James chose the Philadelphia 76ers over a potential homecoming. The Cleveland Cavaliers superstar has finally addressed James' blockbuster move to sign with the Sixers. And while he was disappointed, Mitchell is still happy with how the 2026 offseason went for his team. "I think for a lot of reasons, it made sense," Mitchell told reporters about James joining 76ers. "I didn't think Philly. I thought if he didn't come here, it would be Golden State, but I...

‘He’s a dog,’ Rookie Meleek Thomas was the star of Cavs Media Day

The season hasn’t started yet, but Meleek Thomas has already won over his teammates. The Cleveland Cavaliers spoke highly of their rookie during media day. “That kid’s a dog,” said Donovan Mitchell. “He is who he thinks he is — he reminds me of myself.” That’s a glowing endorsement from the franchise superstar. Mitchell has […]

Donovan Mitchell wanted to stay with Cavs. Now comes the hard part

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell didn’t need a sales pitch from the Cavaliers before signing his contract extension. “I told Koby [Altman], ‘Listen, you ain’t really gotta ask,’” Mitchell said Monday at media day. “The first day it’s allowed [I’m signing]. It wasn’t really much of a talk.” Remember when the Cavs traded for Mitchell in […] The post Donovan Mitchell wanted to stay with Cavs. Now comes the hard part appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Donovan Mitchell didn’t think LeBron James would sign with 76ers

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers were hoping to land LeBron James in free agency after he announced he was leaving the Los Angeles Lakers last July. After almost a month of waiting around, he ended up choosing to end his career with the Philadelphia 76ers. A decision that he says won’t result in him leaving […]

LeBron James confirms he would’ve joined Knicks if they didn’t win NBA Finals

LeBron James has always had an interest in playing in New York City for the New York Knicks, and the dream of him finishing his career in Madison Square Garden almost came true in NBA free agency this offseason. Although James was only considering the Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and […] The post LeBron James confirms he would’ve joined Knicks if they didn’t win NBA Finals appeared first on ClutchPoints .