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James Harden Makes Glaring Admission About NBA Championship Hopes

ClutchPointsOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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The Cleveland Cavaliers have been hopeful to compete for an NBA Championship the last few years, and the franchise went all in when they traded for star guard James Harden. Alongside Donovan Mitchell, Harden is hopeful to make a deep playoff push and win his first NBA Championship in his 17-year NBA career. The new […] The post James Harden makes glaring admission about NBA Championship hopes appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Donovan Mitchell, Max Strus return to practice as Cavs get healthier

HoopsWireOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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The Cavaliers may finally be trending toward full strength. Well, close to it. Three injured Cavs returned to practice Friday as Donovan Mitchell (groin), Dean Wade (ankle) and Max Strus (foot) all participated in team drills ahead of Sunday’s home matchup with the Boston Celtics. Center Jarrett Allen did not practice after taking what coach […] The post Donovan Mitchell, Max Strus return to practice as Cavs get healthier appeared first on Hoops Wire .

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Talkin' Cavs: The James Harden effect and early postseason thoughts

Just 10 home games remain for the Cavaliers. After that, it’s time for the real thing. But it’s been a case of so, so good since the trade for James Harden — as the Cavs are 8-1 in the games in which he’s played. As we’ve seen, the trade for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis […] The post Talkin’ Cavs: The James Harden effect and early postseason thoughts appeared first on Hoops Wire .

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Colin Cowherd weighs in on our LeBron-to-Cavs conversation

Well, this was unexpected. During Thursday’s episode of The Herd, Fox Sports host Colin Cowherd referenced comments I made last week about the possibility of LeBron James returning to the Cavaliers for a third (and final) run. The discussion originated during my appearance on Bonus Time with Bruce Drennan on the Big Play network. Cowherd […] The post Colin Cowherd weighs in on our LeBron-to-Cavs conversation appeared first on Hoops Wire .

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Max Strus shows 'progressive healing' - TalkBasket.net

TalkBasket.netOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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Cavaliers wing Max Strus has not yet made his season debut after undergoing foot surgery during the offseason, but the team shared a positive update on his recovery earlier this week. In a Tuesday press release, Cleveland said recent imaging of Strus’ foot showed “progressive healing,” allowing him to move forward in the rehabilitation process. […] The post Max Strus shows ‘progressive healing’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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J.B. Bickerstaff frustrated with Pistons’ effort level - TalkBasket.net

TalkBasket.netOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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The Pistons came away with mixed results from their two recent games against the Cavaliers, splitting the matchups, but head coach J.B. Bickerstaff was still dissatisfied with how his team competed. According to Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press, the issue wasn’t the outcome as much as the overall intensity and focus Detroit […] The post J.B. Bickerstaff frustrated with Pistons’ effort level appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Leonard scores 29 as the Clippers beat the Pacers 130-107 for a third straight win

Yahoo Sports NBAOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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Kawhi Leonard scored 29 points, Bennedict Mathurin scored 23 on 8-for-11-shooting, and the Los Angeles Clippers won their third in a row, 130-107 over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. Brook Lopez had 17 points for the Clippers while Darius Garland had 12 in his first home game since being acquired in a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers last month. Pascal Siakam had 29 points in his return after sitting out three games with a left wrist sprain to lead Indiana, but the Pacers lost their ...

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Cavs' Jarrett Allen exits vs. Pistons with right knee injury

HoopsWireOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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game recap
Updated 7 months ago

CLEVELAND — Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen left Tuesday’s 113-109 home win over the Detroit Pistons with a right knee injury. Allen appeared to land awkwardly on a rebound attempt with 8:40 left in the third quarter. Here's where JA hurt his knee. You can see him wince when he lands and labor a bit going […] The post Cavs’ Jarrett Allen exits vs. Pistons with right knee injury appeared first on Hoops Wire .

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How Kenny Atkinson became third Cavs coach to earn distinct honor

The NBA officially named Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson the Eastern Conference Coach of the Month for February on Tuesday, marking the third time in his career that he’s won the award and the first time he’s earned the honor this season. Atkinson is only the third coach in Cavs franchise history to accomplish […] The post How Kenny Atkinson became third Cavs coach to earn distinct honor appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Jalen Tyson, James Harden lead Cavs past Pistons 113-109 without injured star Donovan Mitchell

Yahoo Sports NBAOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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Updated 7 months ago

Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 on Tuesday night despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell. Evan Mobley also had 18 points and Dennis Schroder 15 for the Cavs, who split their four regular-season games with Detroit.

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Cavaliers To Add Olivier Sarr On Two-Way Contract

Hoops RumorsOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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waiver
Updated 7 months ago

The Cavaliers and big man Olivier Sarr have agreed to a two-way deal, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. To make room for Sarr, they have waived guard Darius Brown II (Twitter link). Sarr played for the Thunder for parts of three seasons from 2021-24, averaging 4.8 points and 3.5 rebounds in 13.8 minutes per […]

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Hoops Wire Power Rankings: Spurs stay on top, Cavs rising fast

The latest Hoops Wire power rankings, through games on March 3 … 1. San Antonio Spurs (44-17)Eleven-game winning streak ended? No problem. The Spurs answered by blasting the 76ers by 40. That’s what elite teams do. Lose once, then remind everyone who currently runs the West. 2. Oklahoma City Thunder (48-15)Six wins in seven games […] The post Hoops Wire Power Rankings: Spurs stay on top, Cavs rising fast appeared first on Hoops Wire .

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Pistons star Cade Cunningham's MVP resume grows with latest feat

ClutchPointsOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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Updated 7 months ago

The Detroit Pistons have been consistently winning throughout the 2025-26 season, currently sitting at 45-14 ahead of Tuesday night’s big game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Pistons are led by point guard Cade Cunningham, who has started to earn some legit MVP buzz in recent weeks due to the injury absences of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and […] The post Pistons star Cade Cunningham’s MVP resume grows with latest feat appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Cavs signing Olivier Sarr to two-way deal, waiving Darius Brown II

HoopsWireOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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Updated 7 months ago

The Cavaliers are adding frontcourt depth to the deep reserve. Per HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the Cavs agreed to a two-way contract with big man Olivier Sarr. To make room, they are waiving guard Darius Brown II. Sarr, a 7-footer, previously spent parts of three seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder from 2021-24, averaging 4.8 points and […] The post Cavs signing Olivier Sarr to two-way deal, waiving Darius Brown II appeared first on Hoops Wire .

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Sources: LeBron James Was Sincere About Not Knowing His Future During All-Star

RealGMOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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Updated 7 months ago

Sources close to LeBron James believe he was sincere when he told reporters at NBA All-Star Weekend that he does not know what his future holds. Teammates and coaches with the Los Angeles Lakers have been privately speculating about what comes next, with no clear consensus emerging, according to people familiar with the situation. James will not have full control of his destiny if he chooses to continue playing as he is on an expiring contract. The 41-year-old will enter the offseason as an u...

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Donovan Mitchell 'trending better,' but the Cavs aren't taking more injury risks

ClutchPointsOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
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For the fourth consecutive game, Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell was on the sidelines with a right groin strain. Before his team got its revenge on the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson shared why he’s taken the cautious route. “Trending better, but it’s obvious we know our schedule,” Atkinson said. […] The post Donovan Mitchell ‘trending better,’ but the Cavs aren’t taking more injury risks appeared first on ClutchPoints .

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Cavs: Max Strus progressing in recovery from foot surgery

HoopsWireOutlet rating, not article7 months agoNBA logoNBA
injury
Updated 7 months ago

The Cavaliers say Max Strus is taking a step forward in his recovery. The team announced that Strus has progressed to individual on-court activities after recent imaging showed continued healing in his surgically repaired left foot. As part of the next phase, Strus will begin controlled team activities and practice sessions with both the Cavs […] The post Cavs: Max Strus progressing in recovery from foot surgery appeared first on Hoops Wire .

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