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Injury Update: Cavs All-Star is available to play versus Pelicans

The Cleveland Cavaliers have listed Darius Garland as available for tonight’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Garland had previously been questionable with a quad contusion. Lonzo Ball, Evan Mobley, Max Strus, Larry Nance Jr. and Luke Travers and Chris Livingston are listed as out. Sam Merrill, who returned to action last night after missing […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

The Cavs might have whiffed on Lonzo Ball

When the Cleveland Cavaliers decided to trade away Isaac Okoro for Lonzo Ball, it was viewed as the Cavaliers making a swing to solidify their bench minutes for the postseason. While Isaac Okoro was a player who gradually improved over the course of his five-year career with the Cavaliers, he was never someone who could […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

3 Things to watch for in Cavs vs Pelicans

The Cleveland Cavaliers finally got themselves back into the win column last night with a 139-132 win over the Charlotte Hornets. Tonight, they have a chance to make it two in a row for the first time since before Thanksgiving. Here are three things to watch for against the New Orleans Pelicans. Building Momentum The […]

about 2 months ago | 1 read

9 Takeaways from Cavs 139-132 win over Hornets: ‘We didn’t crack any code’

The Cleveland Cavaliers picked up a much-needed win on Monday. The offense was clicking in a way that we’ve rarely seen this season, resulting in a 139-132 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. For one night, everything seemed alright with the Cavs. “There were no boos in the crowd tonight, so that was really good,” Darius […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Cavs vs Pelicans: How to watch, odds, and injury report

The Cleveland Cavaliers took a step in the right direction with their win over the Charlotte Hornets. They’ll get a chance to build on that as they welcome a bad New Orleans Pelicans team to Rocket Arena. Cleveland’s offense looked good on Monday. The outside shot was falling, which led to the ball moving around […]

about 2 months ago | 6 reads

Cavs guard Darius Garland says he’ll play against Pelicans

CLEVELAND — Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland has taken a noticeable step forward in his last two outings. He’s once again looking like a multi-time All-Star as he seems to be getting more comfortable playing through the toe injury that required surgery this past offseason. The Cavs have been cautious with handling Garland’s injury since […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Cup of Cavs: News and links for Tuesday, Dec. 23

Good morning. Happy Christmas Eve Eve. The Cleveland Cavaliers play basketball tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans. We’ll see if they can continue to build some momentum heading into Thursday’s matchup with the New York Knicks. Today’s game of the day I can’t in good conscious recommend a Cavs and Pelicans game when both teams […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Player Grades: Cavs vs Hornets – Darius Garland impresses in 27-point performance

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers’ offense came alive. They were moving the ball around the perimeter and hitting outside shots like it was last regular season. That was enough to carry them past the Charlotte Hornets with a 139-132 win despite a subpar defensive effort. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Cavs’ offense comes alive in 139-132 victory

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers broke out of their offensive slump with a showing that was reminiscent of last regular season. The ball was zipping around the court, and they continually poured in back-breaking threes to defeat the Charlotte Hornets 139-132. This was a game the Cavs desperately needed. They came into this one losing […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Kenny Atkinson is ‘buying’ the Cavs’ dip

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been struggling this season, especially over the last few weeks. They’ve lost three straight, four out of five, and five of their previous seven games. Injuries are a significant factor in this. And even though they don’t explain everything that is currently wrong with this team, it’s something that can’t be […]

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about 2 months ago | 1 read

Firing Kenny Atkinson wouldn’t solve any of the Cavs’ actual issues

Seemingly everything that could go wrong for the Cleveland Cavaliers this season has. The Cavs can’t stay healthy, can’t make open shots, and aren’t playing hard. They’re going through the motions night in and night out, even after having a player-led meeting after being called out for their lack of defensive energy and focus. This […]

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about 2 months ago | 2 reads

3 Things to watch for in Cavs vs Hornets

The Cleveland Cavaliers are as desperate as they ever have been for a win. This team really needs something to feel good about. Let’s check three things to watch for tonight. Can the Cavs wake up? We are keeping this headline here until the Cavs force us to change it. I don’t think the Cavs […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Cup of Cavs: News and links for Monday, Dec. 22

Good morning, it’s Monday, December 22. The Cleveland Cavaliers are 15-14 and host the Charlotte Hornets tonight. We could really use a win. Today’s game of the day The Cavs tip off at 7, so if you get bored halfway through the game and want to flip channels, this game is one to watch. There’s […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

Cavs vs Hornets: How to watch, odds, and injury report

The Cleveland Cavaliers are struggling. They enter Monday’s game having lost three in a row, five of their last seven, and seven of their last 10. Right now, they just need a win, no matter how ugly it may be. Going up against the Charlotte Hornets should provide them with a good opportunity to pick […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Multiple Cavaliers could return from injury for matchup against Hornets

The Cleveland Cavaliers may be getting some much-needed reinforcements for Monday’s game against the Charlotte Hornets. Superstar Donovan Mitchell could be returning to the lineup after missing Friday’s loss to the Chicago Bulls with an illness. Sam Merrill is also expected to be back after missing a month with a hand injury. Both players are […]

about 2 months ago | 3 reads

‘Pressure’ is reportedly mounting on Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson

Things aren’t going well for the Cleveland Cavaliers this season. They’ve been the most disappointing team in the league this season. Their record is now 15-14 after their last five losses have come against teams they have better records than. This includes two straight losses to the Chicago Bulls. Losing comes with consequences. There’s a […]

about 2 months ago | 5 reads

Cup of Cavs: News and links for Sunday, Dec. 21

The Cleveland Cavaliers are off again tonight. They’ll be back in action on Monday when they host the Charlotte Hornets. We can only hope things go better this time. Until then, there are six NBA games to hold us over. Today’s game of the day The Heat are currently a half-game in front of the […]

about 2 months ago | 5 reads

9 Takeaways from Cavs 136-125 loss to Bulls: Darius Garland takes positive step forward

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers dropped their second-straight game to the Chicago Bulls on Friday, 136-125. It’s their third loss in a row and their fifth in their last seven. Things are not going well. Inconsistent performances from their top remaining players have been one of the key contributing factors to the team’s struggles. Cleveland […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

Cup of Cavs: News and links for Saturday, Dec. 20

Good morning, it’s Saturday, December 20. The Cleveland Cavaliers are 15-14. Yeah, I know. It’s bad. They don’t play again until Monday. Maybe that’s a good thing. Today’s game of the day I understand that some people hate watching Alperen Sengun. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve been annoyed by some of his theatrics, as well. […]

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about 2 months ago | 3 reads

Winners and Losers: Cavs vs Bulls – De’Andre Hunter has to be better

The Cleveland Cavaliers lost another one. At some point, hopefully soon, we’ll be able to write one of these after a win. WINNER – Darius Garland gives us hope I’ve written multiple times that nothing matters this season if Darius Garland can’t get healthy. At the time, I didn’t realize how bad things could get […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Player Grades: Cavs vs Bulls – Darius Garland scores 35 points in loss

The Cleveland Cavaliers have lost four of their last five. This one was just about as ugly as the rest. All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player. Darius Garland 35 points, 8 assists, 2 rebounds The Cavs might have lost, but they really needed this performance from Garland. He was dynamite […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads

Cavs drop third straight despite stong showing from Darius Garland

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers‘ rough stretch continues as they lost Friday’s game with the Chicago Bulls 136-125. The Cavs have now lost three straight and five of their last seven. This game wasn’t too different than any of the other recent games the Cavs have lost. They started strong, were outclassed in the second […]

about 2 months ago | 2 reads

Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson looks to Guardians for inspiration

Things aren’t going well for the Cleveland Cavaliers this year. They came into the season expecting to compete for a championship, but now find themselves in the play-in tournament after a disappointing first third of the season. This type of start to the season isn’t unique to Cleveland sports this year. The Cleveland Guardians went […]

about 2 months ago | 4 reads