The Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) travel to Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 7 PM (ESPN) to try ending a five‑game skid against the New York Knicks (5-4). After a 109‑97 loss last Saturday, the Cavs hope a win can halt their slump. Expected lineups feature James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, while the Knicks will field Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Karl‑Anthony Towns. Injuries loom: Sam Merrill (out), Jaylon Tyson (questionable) for Cleveland; Josh Hart doubtful for New York. Offensive ratings sit at 115.9 (Cavs) and 115.2 (Knicks).
The Charlotte Hornets snapped a six-game losing streak with a 124-112 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, proving they can win without relying solely on three‑point shooting. Leading the attack, Grayson Allen dropped 27 points on 6‑of‑9 from deep, while Naz Reid contributed 25 and 13 rebounds. Rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner grabbed 15 boards, including 10 offensive, giving the team extra possessions. Despite missing Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel and Moussa Diabaté, Charlotte posted 29 assists and built a 33‑point lead, only to see it shrink to eight late after a sluggish fourth quarter. The win highlights the Hornets’ rebounding depth and balanced scoring as a blueprint beyond hot‑shooting nights.
Rookie Meleek Thomas is forcing a fresh look at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ lineups as his shooting sparks a call for more minutes alongside star Donovan Mitchell. At 47.8% from three‑point range (22‑of‑46), including 52.9% on catch‑and‑shoot attempts, Thomas poured in 18 points in the recent loss to the Hornets, out‑scoring James Harden’s 11 and shooting 36.4% this season. Analyst Mack Perry suggests Thomas could thrive in a larger role without shouldering play‑making duties, letting Mitchell lead while Harden manages the offense. Coach Kenny Atkinson may experiment with a Mitchell‑Thomas combo to add offensive variety, though rebounding and defense remain issues.
Wednesday, Nov. 11 offers a packed sports night across multiple leagues. The NBA kicks off with the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks at 7:10 p.m. ET and the Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets at 9:35 p.m., both on ESPN. The NHL doubleheader follows: Tampa Bay Lightning at Buffalo Sabres (7 p.m.) and Utah Mammoth at Vegas Golden Knights (9:30 p.m.) on TNT/truTV. College basketball delivers four men’s games—including Marquette at Michigan and Lindenwood at Nebraska—on FS1 and NBCSN/Peacock, plus a women’s contest between South Dakota State and Texas on SEC Network. Women’s volleyball features Notre Dame at Pittsburgh (7 p.m.) on ACCN and the Auburn‑Alabama SEC showdown (9 p.m.) on SECN. Early Thursday sees the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. All matchups and TV info are listed for fans planning their watches.
The Cleveland Cavaliers sit at 5-6 after a 33‑point loss to a shorthanded Charlotte Hornets, surrendering 17 offensive rebounds. In a radio interview with Jeff Phelps and Nick Pedone, host James Harden, rookie Peyton Watson and coach Kenny Atkinson discuss persistent rebounding woes, defensive lapses, and the need for accountability across the roster. Despite the bleak start, the team still has 71 games left, and analysts argue the Cavs should still be capable of a turnaround. The episode breaks down why familiar problems keep resurfacing and what changes might be required.
The Cavaliers are 5-6 after another embarrassing loss, and their lack of effort, rebounding and consistency is making their championship hopes look foolish.
Grayson Allen powers the Charlotte Hornets to a 124-112 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Spectrum Center on Nov. 10, 2026. Allen scores 27 points (8‑of‑14 shooting, 6‑of‑12 from three) as the Hornets erupt in a 40‑point second quarter to seize a double‑digit lead. Naz Reid adds 25 points and 13 rebounds off the bench, while the Hornets dominate the boards 49‑32 and shoot 50% from three (46‑of‑92). Cleveland’s top scorer, Meleek Thomas, posts 18 off the bench, but the loss drops the Cavs to 5‑6 and extends their two‑game skid. Charlotte improves to 4‑7, moving into third place in the Southeast, and takes a 1‑0 season series edge over Cleveland.
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The Knicks beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-97 on Nov. 7, 2026, highlighted by Karl‑Anthony Towns' defensive hustle. Coach Mike Brown praised the team’s lineup experiments, saying they build trust, keep bench players ready, and ease playoff adjustments. He lauded Towns’ high basketball IQ and coachability, noting the guidance from assistants Brendan O’Connor and Darren Erman. Players Jalen Brunson and Landry Shamet echoed the need for continual growth and embracing unpredictable rotations. Injury update: Josh Hart is listed questionable for the upcoming Bucks game after an ankle soreness.
The Warriors stretch their win streak to eight with a 138-87 rout of the Pelicans, but guard Brandon Williams leaves early with a hamstring injury and will undergo an MRI, adding to backcourt woes after Will Richard’s thumb injury. Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama joins Shaquille O’Neal as the only player in the past 50 seasons to average 29‑12‑3 through ten games, pouring 40 points, 11 rebounds and nine blocks in a 122-96 win over the Suns and fueling early MVP chatter. James Harden draws criticism after a lazy defensive play in Cleveland’s 124-112 loss to Charlotte, finishing with just 11 points. Luka Dončić (45 PPG) and Jalen Brunson (27.7 PPG) earn Week 3 conference honors.
The Charlotte Hornets shocked the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 124-112 win, buoyed by a hot 3‑point shooting night (23 triples) and a 33‑point surge. Tidjane Salaün sparked a 15‑point run in the second quarter, while Naz Reid and Grayson Allen combined for 52 points, each hitting multiple threes. Rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner posted a near‑double‑double (8 points, 15 rebounds, 3 blocks) and key defensive stops, and Royce O’Neale capped the game with a dagger three. Despite a late Cavs rally, the Hornets held a 27‑point lead into the fourth and secured the upset without starters Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel or Moussa Diabate.
James Harden’s lethargic play highlights the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 124-112 loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Nov. 10, 2026. Averaging just 15.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 5.8 assists this season, Harden’s viral clip shows him getting out‑jumped for a rebound, failing to contest a wide‑open three, and then committing a foul on teammate Grayson Allen. Coach Kenny Atkinson blames the Hornets’ energy, noting a 16‑point third‑quarter deficit that grew to a 12‑point defeat. The clip underscores the Cavs’ broader struggles and questions Harden’s leadership as the team pursues championship hopes.
NBA analyst Kevin O'Connor argues the Cleveland Cavaliers' 5-6 start stems from a flawed roster, not just coaching. He says the top four—Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen—form an imperfect backcourt and frontcourt, with Harden looking past his prime and Mobley struggling against smaller defenders. The bench offers little help, as shown by a 124-112 loss to a shorthanded Hornets. While Atkinson may eventually be replaced, O'Connor believes the core itself is the bigger issue.
Charles Lee said the Charlotte Hornets are “far from a finished product” after Monday’s 124-112 win over Cleveland snapped their six-game losing streak.
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Tidjane Salaun drops 14 points off the bench to help the Charlotte Hornets break a six‑game skid, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 124‑112 on Monday, November 10, 2026. While celebrating the win, Salaun emphasizes the team’s overall performance and cohesion rather than his personal stats. The victory marks a turning point for the Hornets as they aim to build momentum after a rough stretch.
Kenny Atkinson questioned Cleveland’s effort after the Cavaliers fell 124-112 to the Charlotte Hornets on Monday, with the coach highlighting a major energy gap between the starters and reserves.
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The Charlotte Hornets made 23 three-pointers and built a 33-point lead before holding off the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-112 on Monday night at Spectrum Center.
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Every time Meleek Thomas steps onto the court, the Cleveland Cavaliers look even smarter.
The Cavaliers stumble 124-112 at Charlotte despite facing a shorthanded Hornets squad, exposing recurring flaws. Donovan Mitchell managed just 11 points on 4‑of‑11 shooting, while James Harden added 11 with five assists and four turnovers, and Evan Mobley posted nine points and four turnovers. Charlotte dominated the glass with 17 offensive rebounds and hit 23 of 46 threes, turning the game into a rebounding nightmare for Cleveland. Even Allen’s efficient 12‑point, seven‑rebound comeback couldn’t spark a turnaround. Rookie Meleek Thomas led Cleveland with 18, but the team’s inability to protect leads and secure second‑chance points leaves them 5‑6 after a disappointing early season stretch.
The Charlotte Hornets snap a 3‑in‑10 start with a 124‑112 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Nov. 10, 2026, thanks to a dominant first half from rookie forward Tidjane Salaun. Salaun went 4‑for‑4, scoring 14 points to help Charlotte build a 16‑point halftime lead despite missing Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel. In a post‑game interview he stressed staying at 100% and improving his defense. The victory gives the league‑worst offense (99.7 rating) a glimpse of life and could boost the team's confidence while Miller and Knueppel recover.
The Charlotte Hornets steamroll the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-112 on Nov. 9, snapping the Cavs' brief rally and dropping them below .500. Grayson Allen pours in 27 points and Naz Reid adds 25 and 13 rebounds as Charlotte builds a 33‑point lead, eventually winning by 12. Cleveland's stars struggle—Donovan Mitchell and James Harden each manage only 11 points (7‑20 shooting), while Evan Mobley scores nine with four turnovers, yielding a combined –46 plus/minus. The Cavs dominate rebounding and turnovers but can't close the gap, prompting concerns ahead of a nationally‑televised showdown with the Knicks.
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Former NBA All‑Star DeMarcus Cousins openly doubts James Harden’s ability to win a championship as a starter for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Speaking on FanDuel TV’s Run It Back, Cousins says Mitchell still has a chance, but Harden “maybe in a sixth‑man role” is the only realistic path. Harden, now in his first full season with Cleveland, is averaging 15.7 points, 5.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds on 36.6% shooting, down from his 20.5‑point output after the mid‑season trade from the Clippers. The Cavs sit 5‑5 after back‑to‑back losses to the 76ers and Knicks.
The Cavaliers' early-season numbers make a surprising case for starting rookie Meleek Thomas over James Harden alongside Donovan Mitchell.