Cleveland Cavaliers

As the offseason settles into the quiet, I’m taking a Warriors-centric look at Northwest Division. Let’s chat about those Denver Nuggets. They let 23-year old baller Peyton Watson walk and added a 37-year-old DeMar DeRozan. Watson signed a four-year, $22 million deal with Cleveland in a sign-and-trade while Denver told itself Watson’s number was too rich to match. This is a difficult blow for Nuggets’ supporters who watched Watson develop into a solid piece for a Denver team not far removed f...

James Harden and Donovan Mitchell know how to score. They’ve each been doing it for a very long time. What remains to be seen is whether the two can become something more than a pair of very talented guards sharing the same backcourt. Because at this point, that’s probably what the Cavaliers need to become […] The post For James Harden, Donovan Mitchell and Cavs, the introduction is over appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Kings If the Kings sign Ben Simmons, they presumably won’t be asking him to teach Darius Acuff Jr. how to shoot. Passing? That’s another matter. Sacramento has been considering Simmons as it searches for a veteran guard who can help mentor Acuff, the No. 7 overall pick in this year’s draft. Will Zimmerle of NBA on […] The post NBA Notes: Kings, Ben Simmons, Cavs, Mario Hezonja, Knicks appeared first on Hoops Wire.

LeBron James has a familiar face joining him in Philadelphia. Again. Randy Mims, James’ longtime friend and business associate, is now listed in the 76ers’ team directory as Executive Administrator, Player Programs & Logistics, as Sixers beat writer Adam Aaronson reported. It’s the same position Mims held during James’ time with the Cavaliers and Lakers. […] The post LeBron James’ longtime friend Randy Mims follows him to 76ers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Nuggets have formally waived Julian Reese, per NBA.com’s transaction log. A 6’9″ forward/center who was signed to a two-way contract, Reese was traded from Washington to Denver last week as part of the Peyton Watson deal. The Nuggets were able to acquire Reese despite being over the second tax apron because two-way contracts don’t […]

The Cavaliers have waived Cam Whitmore, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com (hat tip to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype). Cleveland acquired Whitmore eight days ago as part of the five-team Peyton Watson deal. Reporting at the time indicated that the Cavaliers were “still working through” what to do with Whitmore, which suggested he […]

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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 22: Peyton Watson #8 of the Denver Nuggets celebrates with fans after the game against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on January 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images It’s been a rollercoaster of an offseason for the Cleveland...

Trading for Peyton Watson could’ve saved Cleveland’s summer.

Cavaliers The Cavaliers changed quite a bit around the edges this summer. Some players should benefit more than others. Zach Weiss of NBA on SI identified Sam Merrill and coach Kenny Atkinson as two offseason winners, with Craig Porter Jr. and Jaylon Tyson potentially losing some ground. Merrill’s place certainly looks secure. He averaged 13 […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Sam Merrill, Nuggets, DeMar DeRozan, Thunder appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Saturday, August 29 is the last day that an NBA team will be able to waive a player who has a fully or partially guaranteed salary for 2026/27 and stretch that player’s ’26/27 cap hit across multiple seasons. [RELATED: Hoops Rumors Glossary: Stretch Provision] The stretch provision deadline has historically been August 31, and while […]

John is back from some time off and it's time to get his thoughts on all the major news of the last month. The Nuggets/Cavs Peyton Watson trade, Jonathan Kuminga to the Wolves, Bennedict Mathurin to the Pels, Klay Thompson to Miami, and the Dillon Brooks and Naji Marshall extensions. 0:19 Peyton Watson sign-and-trade: Denver's decision and future options 13:45 Cleveland's side of the Peyton Watson trade 19:27 Charlotte adds Dennis Schröder 20:12 Nuggets add DeMar DeRozan 24:05 Jonathan Kuming...

Mario Hezonja hasn’t played an NBA game for the Cavaliers yet. But he’s already giving them something to like. Hezonja erupted for 28 points as Croatia rolled to a 115-80 win over Latvia in a FIBA World Cup European qualifier Thursday in Zadar, Croatia. Perhaps more impressively, the veteran forward needed just eight shots from […] The post Mario Hezonja looks plenty ready for Cavs after 28-point Croatia performance appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Gilbert Arenas blasted Jonathan Kuminga for signing a cheap two-year, $13 million contract with the Timberwolves instead of joining the Lakers.

Kevin O'Connor & Tom Haberstroh react to Jonathan Kuminga signing with the Timberwolves, the Warriors' offseason moves and continue Kevin’s ‘Entertainment Rankings.’

Suns Jalen Green gets another crack at making this whole Suns thing work. Perhaps the bigger question is whether the Suns can make it work around him. That’s basically the issue raised by Brendan Mau of NBA on SI, who examined Green’s fit entering his second season in Phoenix. Green played just 32 games last […] The post NBA Notes: Suns, Jalen Green, Knicks, Kelly Olynyk, Cavs appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - FEBRUARY 02: Brandon Williams #10 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots over Georges Niang #20 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 02, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation React...

Ah yes… a two-team trade that involves just one player, I am very simple man, I see simple trade… But, now that we’re on the topic, are ramifications of this trade simple? Actually… kinda? Lakers acquire Walker Kessler (sign-and-trade). Jazz acquire the Lakers’ 2031 first-round pick, the Lakers’ 2033 first-round pick, the right to swap either the Jazz’s or and Cavaliers’ 2028 first-round pick (whichever is most favorable) for the Lakers’ 2028 first-round pick, and the right to swap their 2030...

After a fairly quiet June and July (in free agency, anyway), the Cavaliers have gone all in during August. They traded Dennis Schroder to the Hornets for Tre Mann. They traded Max Strus to the Clippers and Mann to the Wizards in a deal that brought them Peyton Watson (and Cam Whitmore). They agreed to […] The post Talkin’ Cavs: Breaking down Peyton Watson trade, James Harden deal appeared first on Hoops Wire.