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The Cleveland Cavaliers must be wary of what the Detroit Pistons do, and watching them struggle to solve the Jalen Duren drama should be music to their ears.
The Cavaliers have changed some pieces. Donovan Mitchell doesn’t think they need to change who they are. Speaking Wednesday after Cleveland’s first training-camp practice in Spain, Mitchell said the Cavs need to “double down on the habits” that carried them to the Eastern Conference finals last season, according to Cleveland 19 Getting there was progress. […] The post Donovan Mitchell: Cavs need to ‘double down’ after playoff disappointment appeared first on Hoops Wire .
James Harden is in Spain with the Cavaliers. Apparently, he wouldn’t mind playing there, either. Harden told Spanish outlet Cadena SER after Cleveland’s first training-camp practice Wednesday that he would “love” to play in Spain someday, though the 37-year-old made clear his immediate priority remains trying to win an NBA championship with the Cavs. Harden […] The post James Harden says he’d ‘love’ to play in Spain someday appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Dean Wade believes joining the Philadelphia 76ers gives him a realistic and better chance to win an NBA title. In a recent interview with 97.5 The Fanatic during Media Day, Wade was blunt about his main intention for going to Philadelphia this past offseason. "Definitely, I knew why I was coming here,” Wade said, via Zach Weiss of SI. "I wanted to compete for a championship." Dean Wade joins 76ers, rejects Cavs reunion Dean Wade signed a four-year, $39 million contract with the Philadelp...
Nae'Qwan Tomlin worked on his offensive game this summer, which will help him crack the Cavs rotation.
Ausar Thompson says he may roam and rebound more after the Cavaliers schemed to avoid him. #Pistons
Evan Mobley said that he has more of an edge this season and that is exciting for the Cavs.
CLEVELAND — Media day is chaotic. Players are asked very random questions about their summers. Some of it is interesting. Some of it isn’t. There often isn’t a throughline to what is said, and it’s impossible to synthesize everything into one cohesive story. So instead of trying to do so, I’m going to just give […]
Jaylon Tyson was one of the only things going right for the Cleveland Cavaliers at the start of last season. Everything that could go wrong for Cleveland was trending that way. Darius Garland lost a toe. De’Andre Hunter lost his mind. And Lonzo Ball lost… everything. The perfect 15-0 record that Cleveland had to begin […]
It wasn’t a lot of fun for Duke to play against Ty Jerome when he was at Virginia, but that guy was a winner. He understood Tony Bennett’s system perfectly and led his team brilliantly. As it has turned out, he’s become valuable in the NBA too. He’s expected to start for the Memphis Grizzlies, […]
Craig Porter Jr. mentioned during Cavs media day that he wants to improve as a scorer, but now he has to deliver.
Darius Garland will be shouldering a load that he hasn’t had to carry in a few seasons, but he's ready for it.
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 […]
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 .
The Cleveland Cavaliers brought back former lottery pick Mario Hezonja, and he's returning to the NBA man like a much more mature man.
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 .
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 .
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, 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 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 .
The most interesting takeaway from Cavs media day bodes well for the team this coming season.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have long searched for a true backup center to complement Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. Tristan Thompson and Robin Lopez were given chances in the past. Neither adequately filled that role. Thomas Bryant has been the latest person to try to do so. Bryant was far from a consistent presence. While he […]
Expectations are high once again for Evan Mobley. And based off his media day comments, one thing is clear.
LeBron James finally addressed the media as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, and it sounds like he never truly intended to sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers.