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Insider Reveals What Type Of Players Cavs Are Looking For

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 1: T-shirts fill the stands prior to Game One of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Quicken Loans Arena on May 1, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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2 Cavs Players Predicted To Take Big Leap This Offseason

SAN ANTONIO - JUNE 10: The Cleveland Cavaliers huddle up before the start of Game Two of the 2007 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on June 10, 2007 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Reveals What Cavs Plan On Improving In Training Camp

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 05: Darius Garland #10 celebrates with Jarrett Allen #31 and Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after Garland scored at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on November 05, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Warriors 115-104. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Jaylon Tyson Draws Comparison To 2 Versatile Forwards

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 18: Jaylon Tyson #24 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles with the ball against the Chicago Bulls during the first half of a preseason game at the United Center on October 18, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Analyst Believes Recent Trade 'Set The Asking Price' For Darius Garland

Cleveland Cavaliers v Washington Wizards Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Believes 1 Cavs Player Could Be 'Very Important' Next Season

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 15: A general stadium view during Cleveland Cavaliers players introductions prior to the game against the Toronto Raptors at Quicken Loans Arena on November 15, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Raptors 121-117. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Cavs Take A Firm Stance On Darius Garland Trade Rumors

Cleveland Cavaliers v New York Knicks Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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NBA Insider Shuts Down Cavs, Suns Trade Rumors

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles around a screen set by Jarrett Allen #31 on Collin Gillespie #12 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half at PHX Arena on March 21, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Makes Case For Cavs To Re-Sign 1 Veteran

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 10: The Cleveland Cavaliers huddle before the start of their home game against the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on April 10, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Names 'Ideal Backup PG' For Cavs' Offense

Cleveland Cavaliers v Chicago Bulls Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Donovan Mitchell Hints At 'Unwavering Belief' In Cavs With Recent Actions

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 28: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Miami Heat during the first quarter in Game Four of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Kaseya Center on April 28, 2025 in Miami, Florida. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Says Cavs Could Make Shocking Move With Dean Wade

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 28: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at Little Caesars Arena on March 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Cavs Being Linked To Free Agent PG

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 15: T-shirts are placed on seats for fans prior to Game One of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals between the Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on April 15, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Former Cavs Assistant Has Landed A New Assistant Coaching Job

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 18: DeMarre Carroll #9 of the Brooklyn Nets warms up before game three of Round One of the 2019 NBA Playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center on April 18, 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Analyst Uses 1 Word To Describe Cavs' Salary Cap Situation

CLEVELAND, OHIO - JANUARY 20: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers leads his teammates in the team huddle before the game against the Phoenix Suns at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on January 20, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Reveals Concerning Trend For Cavs' Coaching Staff

Cleveland Cavaliers v Indiana Pacers Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Analyst Believes Cavs Could Make Surprising Move With Donovan Mitchell

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 28: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates against the Detroit Pistons during the fourth quarter at Little Caesars Arena on March 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Reveals What He's Hearing About Potential Cavs, Suns Trade

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns reaches for a loose ball against Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at PHX Arena on March 21, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Cavs Have Conducted Pre-Draft Workout With Interesting Guard Prospect

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 28: A general stadium view during player introductions prior to the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Oklahoma City Thunder at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 28, 2023 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. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Analyst Sounds Off On Cavs For Questionable Darius Garland Decision

Cleveland Cavaliers v Philadelphia 76ers Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Proposes Blockbuster Cavs, Timberwolves Trade

Close-up of waving flag with Cleveland Cavaliers NBA basketball team logo, United States Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Reveals Major Update On How Cavs Are Approaching The Offseason

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 02: General manager Koby Altman of the Cleveland Cavaliers is interviewed during media day at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 02, 2023 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. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Brian Windhorst Shuts Down Darius Garland Trade Rumors

Cleveland Cavaliers v Brooklyn Nets Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Darius Garland Being Linked To Western Conference Team

Cleveland Cavaliers v Boston Celtics Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Analyst Reveals Major Concern About Darius Garland's Trade Value

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 28: Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center on February 28, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. 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. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Insider Names Cavs' No. 1 Priority After Key Player's Injury

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 15: Shirts on the seats await fans prior to Game One of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals between the Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on April 15, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Cavs Will Conduct Pre-Draft Workout With Intriguing Guard Prospect

2022 NBA Draft Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Video Shows Evan Mobley Already Putting In Offseason Work

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 05: Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up before Game Seven of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs against the Orlando Magic at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on May 05, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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Analyst Sounds Off On Cavs' Willingness To Make Necessary Changes

Dallas Mavericks v Cleveland Cavaliers Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
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NBA Analyst Predicts Cavs Could Lose 3 Key Players

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 10: Cleveland Cavaliers players celebrate a three pointer from the bench at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on April 10, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 1: T-shirts fill the stands prior to Game One of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Quicken Loans Arena on May 1, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Insider Reveals What Type Of Players Cavs Are Looking For

  The Cleveland Cavaliers looked poised to make a deep playoff run this season. They... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
SAN ANTONIO - JUNE 10: The Cleveland Cavaliers huddle up before the start of Game Two of the 2007 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on June 10, 2007 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas.
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2 Cavs Players Predicted To Take Big Leap This Offseason

  The Cleveland Cavaliers showed flashes of great play in their first season under head... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 05: Darius Garland #10 celebrates with Jarrett Allen #31 and Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after Garland scored at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on November 05, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Warriors 115-104.
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Insider Reveals What Cavs Plan On Improving In Training Camp

  The Cleveland Cavaliers had the most efficient offense in the NBA this season. They... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 18: Jaylon Tyson #24 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles with the ball against the Chicago Bulls during the first half of a preseason game at the United Center on October 18, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
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Jaylon Tyson Draws Comparison To 2 Versatile Forwards

  The Cleveland Cavaliers have a deep team and a strong rotation. That means there wi... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Cleveland Cavaliers v Washington Wizards
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Analyst Believes Recent Trade 'Set The Asking Price' For Darius Garland

  Though the 2025 NBA Finals are ongoing, there has already been a big trade. The Orl... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 15: A general stadium view during Cleveland Cavaliers players introductions prior to the game against the Toronto Raptors at Quicken Loans Arena on November 15, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Raptors 121-117.
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Insider Believes 1 Cavs Player Could Be 'Very Important' Next Season

  The Cleveland Cavaliers need a backup big man and a backup point guard. The former... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Cleveland Cavaliers v New York Knicks
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Cavs Take A Firm Stance On Darius Garland Trade Rumors

  For years, the Cleveland Cavaliers have expected Darius Garland to take his game to th... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles around a screen set by Jarrett Allen #31 on Collin Gillespie #12 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half at PHX Arena on March 21, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.
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NBA Insider Shuts Down Cavs, Suns Trade Rumors

  The Cleveland Cavaliers should explore all their options and figure out a way to get b... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 10: The Cleveland Cavaliers huddle before the start of their home game against the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on April 10, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Insider Makes Case For Cavs To Re-Sign 1 Veteran

  The Cleveland Cavaliers didn't follow a league-wide trend this season. While most t... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Cleveland Cavaliers v Chicago Bulls
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Insider Names 'Ideal Backup PG' For Cavs' Offense

  The Cleveland Cavaliers need to add more grit to their roster. Team executive Koby... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 28: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Miami Heat during the first quarter in Game Four of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Kaseya Center on April 28, 2025 in Miami, Florida.
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Donovan Mitchell Hints At 'Unwavering Belief' In Cavs With Recent Actions

  When most people urged the team to blow things up and break up their core, Koby Altman... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 28: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at Little Caesars Arena on March 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Insider Says Cavs Could Make Shocking Move With Dean Wade

  The Cleveland Cavaliers need to figure out a way to bounce back from this season's hea... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 15: T-shirts are placed on seats for fans prior to Game One of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals between the Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on April 15, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Cavs Being Linked To Free Agent PG

  The Cleveland Cavaliers won't have a lot of money to spend on free agents this offseas... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 18: DeMarre Carroll #9 of the Brooklyn Nets warms up before game three of Round One of the 2019 NBA Playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center on April 18, 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.
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Former Cavs Assistant Has Landed A New Assistant Coaching Job

  The Cleveland Cavaliers keep losing key members of Kenny Atkinson's coaching staff.... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - JANUARY 20: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers leads his teammates in the team huddle before the game against the Phoenix Suns at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on January 20, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Analyst Uses 1 Word To Describe Cavs' Salary Cap Situation

  The Cleveland Cavaliers' championship window is still open. Unfortunately, this sea... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Cleveland Cavaliers v Indiana Pacers
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Insider Reveals Concerning Trend For Cavs' Coaching Staff

  The Cleveland Cavaliers had the second-best record in the NBA this season. Head coa... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 28: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates against the Detroit Pistons during the fourth quarter at Little Caesars Arena on March 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Analyst Believes Cavs Could Make Surprising Move With Donovan Mitchell

  The Cleveland Cavaliers have plenty of questions to answer right now. They can't se... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns reaches for a loose ball against Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at PHX Arena on March 21, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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.
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Insider Reveals What He's Hearing About Potential Cavs, Suns Trade

  The Cleveland Cavaliers don't have a lot of wiggle room to make moves this offseason.... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 28: A general stadium view during player introductions prior to the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Oklahoma City Thunder at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 28, 2023 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.
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Cavs Have Conducted Pre-Draft Workout With Interesting Guard Prospect

  The Cleveland Cavaliers need to strike gold in the NBA Draft. Unless they make a tr... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Cleveland Cavaliers v Philadelphia 76ers
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Analyst Sounds Off On Cavs For Questionable Darius Garland Decision

  The Cleveland Cavaliers needed Darius Garland to get back on the court in the playoffs... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Close-up of waving flag with Cleveland Cavaliers NBA basketball team logo, United States
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Insider Proposes Blockbuster Cavs, Timberwolves Trade

  The Cleveland Cavaliers don't have a lot of margin to make big additions in the offseason.... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 02: General manager Koby Altman of the Cleveland Cavaliers is interviewed during media day at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 02, 2023 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.
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Insider Reveals Major Update On How Cavs Are Approaching The Offseason

  The Cleveland Cavaliers put together a strong core. However, with the new CBA, thei... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Cleveland Cavaliers v Brooklyn Nets
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Brian Windhorst Shuts Down Darius Garland Trade Rumors

  The Cleveland Cavaliers looked poised for a deep postseason run this year. Instead,... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Cleveland Cavaliers v Boston Celtics
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Darius Garland Being Linked To Western Conference Team

  The Cleveland Cavaliers will have to hit the drawing board and figure out their best c... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 28: Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at the United Center on February 28, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. 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.
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Analyst Reveals Major Concern About Darius Garland's Trade Value

  The Cleveland Cavaliers need to figure out what to do with Darius Garland. He's obv... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 15: Shirts on the seats await fans prior to Game One of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals between the Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on April 15, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Insider Names Cavs' No. 1 Priority After Key Player's Injury

  When it rains, it pours for the Cleveland Cavaliers. If losing in the second round... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
2022 NBA Draft
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Cavs Will Conduct Pre-Draft Workout With Intriguing Guard Prospect

  The Cleveland Cavaliers enter the 2025 NBA Draft in a tough spot. Unless they pull... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 05: Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up before Game Seven of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs against the Orlando Magic at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on May 05, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Video Shows Evan Mobley Already Putting In Offseason Work

  The Cleveland Cavaliers' season came to a disheartening end. They were supposed to... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
Dallas Mavericks v Cleveland Cavaliers
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Analyst Sounds Off On Cavs' Willingness To Make Necessary Changes

  The Cleveland Cavaliers were one of the best teams in the NBA this season. They loo... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago
CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 10: Cleveland Cavaliers players celebrate a three pointer from the bench at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on April 10, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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NBA Analyst Predicts Cavs Could Lose 3 Key Players

  The Cleveland Cavaliers are in a tough position. They're coming off 64 regular-seas... Ernesto Cova • 11 months ago


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