By Luke Adams | at September 21, 2026 8:30 pm While the Nuggets have faced some criticism for losing Peyton Watson in free agency this summer, John Hollinger of The Athletic believes Denver’s front office did a good job with the hand it was dealt. Past roster missteps essentially made it impossible for the Nuggets to re-sign Watson without paying a massive luxury tax bill, but Hollinger likes the fact that the club acquired the Cavaliers’ 2031 first-round pick in the sign-and-trade deal sendin...
RJ Barrett had a career-best playoff performance for the Toronto Raptors, but the team was unable to achieve the same level of success as they were eliminated in the first round by the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Raptors pushed the Cavaliers to the limit despite making their first playoff appearance since 2022. Barrett last played in [...]
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Cavaliers Peyton Watson may give the Cavaliers more than another versatile defender. He could help change how they play. Mack Perry of Cavs On SI made the case that Watson’s ability to create and finish in transition could add a missing dimension to Cleveland’s offense. The numbers support the premise. Watson produced 1.32 points per transition […]
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If the Cleveland Cavaliers want to be their best, they need Donovan Mitchell to be at his best.
The Cleveland Cavaliers enter training camp with a dramatically reshaped roster and unmistakable championship pressure. Donovan Mitchell received a four-year maximum extension, James Harden returned on a three-year deal and Cleveland sacrificed an unprotected 2031 first-round pick to acquire Peyton Watson. Those moves strengthened the Cavaliers, but they also made the roster expensive and reduced […]
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Last regular season was a step backwards for the Cleveland Cavaliers. They struggled through injuries and lacked much of the cohesion that made them a 64-win juggernauts the year before. It’d be easy to blame Kenny Atkinson for last regular season being a disappointment. Many of the things that worked the previous year simply didn’t […]
J.R. Smith turned part of the celebration surrounding Cleveland’s 2016 NBA championship into a memorable personal purchase, using his title-related check to buy a Ferrari F12. The Cavaliers received $2,656,422 from the NBA playoff pool after defeating the Golden State Warriors in the 2016 NBA Finals. Smith said his share helped him acquire a car […]
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Tristan Thompson credits Rich Paul’s negotiating strategy with turning a four-year, $52 million offer from the Cleveland Cavaliers into a five-year deal worth $82 million. When Cleveland initially presented its proposal, Thompson sought Paul’s advice rather than immediately accepting the guaranteed money. His agent challenged him to consider whether his value could increase by waiting. […]
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The Cavaliers did not trade Evan Mobley for an older star this summer. Chase Brownawell of Cavs On SI views that as Cleveland betting on a Year 6 breakthrough. To be clear, Mobley’s name appeared in speculation. There was no credible indication that the Cavs were actively attempting to move him. The larger point still […]
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The Cleveland Cavaliers re-signed backup center Thomas Bryant quickly this offseason, and if they had waited some intriguing options may have been available.
LeBron James may be preparing for his first season with the 76ers, but he still had reason to celebrate something happening in Cleveland. The Cavaliers promoted Brandon Weems, James’ childhood friend and former high school teammate, to general manager Friday. James quickly responded on social media. “YESSIR!!!! Congratulations my brother @BrandonWeems10!! Proud of you man,” he wrote. Weems replaces Mike Gansey, who left Cleveland to become Philadelphia’s president of basketball operations. He ...
LeBron James may be preparing for his first season with the 76ers, but he still had reason to celebrate something happening in Cleveland. The Cavaliers promoted Brandon Weems, James’ childhood friend and former high school teammate, to general manager Friday. James quickly responded on social media. “YESSIR!!!! Congratulations my brother @BrandonWeems10!! Proud of you man,” […]
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The Cavaliers have a new local streaming home for the 2026-27 NBA season. DAZN will carry every locally produced Cleveland preseason and regular-season game that is not selected for an exclusive national broadcast. Games will be available live and on demand throughout the Cleveland market. Here is a look at the available plans, as detailed […]
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The Cavaliers know what they have in Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Peyton Watson is the mystery. Mack Perry of Cavaliers On SI made the case that Watson could become Cleveland’s biggest X-factor this season. That’s Perry’s assessment, not a prediction from the organization. It’s also difficult to argue with. Watson arrives with an established reputation as a long, versatile defender who can hit open threes. He shot 46.5 percent on catch-and-shoot opportunities ...
The Cavaliers know what they have in Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Peyton Watson is the mystery. Mack Perry of Cavaliers On SI made the case that Watson could become Cleveland’s biggest X-factor this season. That’s Perry’s assessment, not a prediction from the organization. It’s also difficult to argue with. Watson […]
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The Latest from @HotHotHoops on YouTube At one point of this 2026 Miami Heat offseason, there was a legitimate shot at witnessing a LeBron James reunion in South Beach. The Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers were all heavily linked to the 41-year-old star in unrestricted free agency. Ultimately, James shocked the world and pulled out the ultimate ring chasing move by joining a stacked Sixers organization fresh off their trade to acquire Jaylen Brown. A major pay cut was inevitabl...
The Cleveland Cavaliers are not done making off season moves. This time the changes are coming in the front office. It was reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania on Friday morning that the Cavaliers are promoting Brandon Weems to the role of General Manager under President of Basketball Operations Koby Altman. Weems, who has been with […]
The Cavaliers did not go outside the organization to replace Mike Gansey. They moved someone already climbing the ladder into his chair. Cleveland officially promoted Brandon Weems from assistant general manager to general manager, the team announced Friday. Weems will serve as the top lieutenant to president of basketball operations Koby Altman. Gansey previously held the GM position before leaving Cleveland this offseason to run the 76ers’ front office. The Cavaliers also promoted Jon Nichol...
Cam Whitmore signed a two-way contract with the Nuggets after being waived by the Cavaliers, giving him a fresh opportunity.
At one point of this 2026 Miami Heat offseason, there was a legitimate shot at witnessing a LeBron James reunion in South Beach. The Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers and Philadelphia 76ers were all heavily linked to the 41-year-old star in unrestricted free agency. Ultimately, James shocked the world and pulled out the ultimate ring chasing move […]
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New Cleveland Cavalier Peyton Watson thinks that his versatility can help get the roster over the hump. (via Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show): Mike Lucas: “When the Cavs were selling you on this vision, and when you see yourself with the core four that they’ve already established — Don [Mitchell], James [Harden], Evan [Mobley], and Jarrett […]
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The Cavaliers did not go outside the organization to replace Mike Gansey. They moved someone already climbing the ladder into his chair. Cleveland officially promoted Brandon Weems from assistant general manager to general manager, the team announced Friday. Weems will serve as the top lieutenant to president of basketball operations Koby Altman. Gansey previously held […]
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Brandon Weems has spent years climbing the Cleveland Cavaliers’ front office ladder without leaving the building. His latest step would put him in charge of a job he has been preparing for since first entering the organization as a scout. The move would also bring an unusual personal connection back into the spotlight. ESPN’s Shams [...]