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About 24 hours after a come-from-behind win, the undermanned Cavs couldn’t repeat it Saturday night, losing to the equally depleted Golden State Warriors, 99-94, inside Rocket Arena. It’s Cleveland’s fifth loss in the last seven games.
Cavs booed at home during 99-94 loss to Golden State Warriors
About 24 hours after a come-from-behind win, the undermanned Cavs couldn’t repeat it Saturday night, losing to the equally depleted Golden State Warriors, 99-94, inside Rocket Arena. It’s Cleveland’s fifth loss in the last seven games.
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December 7, 2025 at 3:33 AM
About 24 hours after a come-from-behind win, the undermanned Cavs couldn’t repeat it Saturday night, losing to the equally depleted Golden State Warriors, 99-94, inside Rocket Arena. It’s Cleveland’s fifth loss in the last seven games.
"The temptation for a coach is to lean heavily on his star. And a classy star such as Mitchell wants to show he can guide the team through the stormy basketball seas," writes Terry Pluto. "But the truth is Mitchell is not Superman, nor should he be expected to fill that role."
Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell is great, but don’t ask him to always be ‘Superman’ — Terry Pluto
With all their injuries, the Cavs are asking Donovan Mitchell to do a lot – probably too much.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:35 PM
"The temptation for a coach is to lean heavily on his star. And a classy star such as Mitchell wants to show he can guide the team through the stormy basketball seas," writes Terry Pluto. "But the truth is Mitchell is not Superman, nor should he be expected to fill that role."
The NBA is cracking down on the Cavs once again. Announced Thursday afternoon, Cleveland has been fined $250,000 for violating the league’s Player Participation Policy for a second time this season.
Cavs fined a second time for violating NBA Player Participation Policy
An investigation into the incident confirmed that point guard Darius Garland, still considered a star player under the policy, was able to play in one of the team’s back-to-backs on Nov. 23 and 24.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:32 PM
The NBA is cracking down on the Cavs once again. Announced Thursday afternoon, Cleveland has been fined $250,000 for violating the league’s Player Participation Policy for a second time this season.
"It’s upsetting, but there’s room for growth. I’m not going to sit here and be like, ‘Oh, the sky’s falling and we’re panicking.’ We have to play better. We just have to be better on all accounts," Mitchell said after Wednesday's loss.
‘We have to be better’: Donovan Mitchell sounds off on Cavs’ continued struggles
Instead of building on that Wednesday night against a young, inexperienced Portland team playing the second night of a back-to-back, Cleveland looked like the same maddeningly inconsistent group it has been the first 23 games.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM
"It’s upsetting, but there’s room for growth. I’m not going to sit here and be like, ‘Oh, the sky’s falling and we’re panicking.’ We have to play better. We just have to be better on all accounts," Mitchell said after Wednesday's loss.
In the Racing Capital of the World, the reeling Cavs finally found the right gear. Cleveland sped past overmatched Indiana, 135-119, on Monday night inside a mostly empty Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Cavs shift out of cruise control, race past Indiana Pacers, 135-119
Cleveland sped past overmatched Indiana, 135-119, on Monday night inside a mostly empty Gainbridge Fieldhouse. It’s the Cavs’ second victory this season against their playoff nemesis.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:44 AM
In the Racing Capital of the World, the reeling Cavs finally found the right gear. Cleveland sped past overmatched Indiana, 135-119, on Monday night inside a mostly empty Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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What the Cavs didn’t plan for, and what’s starting to gnaw at both fans and players, is how often they walk onto the court without the sharpness, urgency or hunger that championship teams carry as their baseline.
What the Cavs didn’t plan for, and what’s starting to gnaw at both fans and players, is how often they walk onto the court without the sharpness, urgency or hunger that championship teams carry as their baseline.
December 1, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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What the Cavs didn’t plan for, and what’s starting to gnaw at both fans and players, is how often they walk onto the court without the sharpness, urgency or hunger that championship teams carry as their baseline.
What the Cavs didn’t plan for, and what’s starting to gnaw at both fans and players, is how often they walk onto the court without the sharpness, urgency or hunger that championship teams carry as their baseline.
What’s in Evan Mobley’s playbook besides basketball?
The Cavs star launched the Mobley Family Foundation, inspired by his upbringing and parents’ lessons, to support Cleveland kids and families.
The Cavs star launched the Mobley Family Foundation, inspired by his upbringing and parents’ lessons, to support Cleveland kids and families.
Evan Mobley opens his world to Cleveland with new foundation, investing in the city’s future
Cavs star Evan Mobley celebrated the launch of the Mobley Family Foundation with his first-ever gala. The foundation, built on the values Mobley learned growing up, aims to give back to Cleveland, supporting foster youth and creating lasting opportunities.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:02 PM
What’s in Evan Mobley’s playbook besides basketball?
The Cavs star launched the Mobley Family Foundation, inspired by his upbringing and parents’ lessons, to support Cleveland kids and families.
The Cavs star launched the Mobley Family Foundation, inspired by his upbringing and parents’ lessons, to support Cleveland kids and families.
After the Browns handled their business in Las Vegas, downtown Cleveland moved through a rare Sunday glow — and the Cavs kept the good vibes rolling with a commanding 120–105 win over the Clippers.
Cavs end homestand on positive note by dispatching Clippers, 120-105, as Donovan Mitchell goes for 37 points
When the Cavs took the floor at Rocket Arena, they extended the city’s good mood with an impressive performance in a 120-105 win over the Los Angeles Clippers.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:21 AM
After the Browns handled their business in Las Vegas, downtown Cleveland moved through a rare Sunday glow — and the Cavs kept the good vibes rolling with a commanding 120–105 win over the Clippers.
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Evan Mobley's new foundation, the Mobley Family Foundation, has four pillars – mental health, physical health, financial literacy and academic growth – which reflect his roots. The organization's inaugural Beyond the Game Gala was held Thursday.
Evan Mobley's new foundation, the Mobley Family Foundation, has four pillars – mental health, physical health, financial literacy and academic growth – which reflect his roots. The organization's inaugural Beyond the Game Gala was held Thursday.
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Evan Mobley's new foundation, the Mobley Family Foundation, has four pillars – mental health, physical health, financial literacy and academic growth – which reflect his roots. The organization's inaugural Beyond the Game Gala was held Thursday.
Evan Mobley's new foundation, the Mobley Family Foundation, has four pillars – mental health, physical health, financial literacy and academic growth – which reflect his roots. The organization's inaugural Beyond the Game Gala was held Thursday.
“I think he’s itching. Think we’re right there. We’re getting real close to getting over that hump and getting him into the lineup," Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson said.
Injured Cavs guard ‘real close’ to making return
The Cavs' lengthy injury report, which has led to nine different starting lineups in the first 16 games, may soon shrink.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:04 PM
“I think he’s itching. Think we’re right there. We’re getting real close to getting over that hump and getting him into the lineup," Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson said.
Cleveland got blasted by the Houston Rockets, 114-104, on Wednesday night at Rocket Arena. The loss snaps the Cavaliers’ two-game winning streak.
Kenny Atkinson’s premonition comes true in Cavs’ 114-104 loss to Houston Rockets
Cleveland got blasted by the Houston Rockets, 114-104, on Wednesday night. The loss snaps the Cavs’ two-game winning streak.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Cleveland got blasted by the Houston Rockets, 114-104, on Wednesday night at Rocket Arena. The loss snaps the Cavaliers’ two-game winning streak.
Is Jarrett Allen still considered part of the team’s “Core Four”? And if not, is a trade in the works?
Is Jarrett Allen still part of the ‘Core Four’? Terry Pluto on how the Cavs and their center should navigate the future
Terry Pluto weighs in on the debate about Allen’s fourth-quarter benching Monday night, his potential trade value, and why his team-friendly contract matters.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Is Jarrett Allen still considered part of the team’s “Core Four”? And if not, is a trade in the works?
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Cavs players are opening up about the risks of being high-profile "targets" and how athletes stay secure off the court after the recent break-in at Shedeur Sanders’ home.
Photos: Joshua Gunter, cleveland.com
Cavs players are opening up about the risks of being high-profile "targets" and how athletes stay secure off the court after the recent break-in at Shedeur Sanders’ home.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Cavs players are opening up about the risks of being high-profile "targets" and how athletes stay secure off the court after the recent break-in at Shedeur Sanders’ home.
Photos: Joshua Gunter, cleveland.com
Cavs players are opening up about the risks of being high-profile "targets" and how athletes stay secure off the court after the recent break-in at Shedeur Sanders’ home.
Photos: Joshua Gunter, cleveland.com
The ruling stems from the Cavs resting Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley without any injury designation during the Nov. 12 matchup in Miami.
Cavs fined for violating NBA Player Participation Policy
The NBA announced Tuesday that the organization has been fined $100,000 for violating the league’s Player Participation Policy.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:34 AM
The ruling stems from the Cavs resting Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley without any injury designation during the Nov. 12 matchup in Miami.
The Cavs have won three of their last four games 👏
Donovan Mitchell stars as Giannis Antetokounmpo exits with injury in Cavs’ 118-106 win over Bucks
Playing on Peacock, one of the league’s new streaming platforms, Mitchell led the Cavs to a second straight win, beating central division rival Milwaukee, 118-106. Cleveland has won three of its last four.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The Cavs have won three of their last four games 👏
Who the Cavs are — and ultimately become — won’t be determined for months. But one thing is clear: This isn’t the same team from 2024-25.
Who are this year’s Cavs? They are still trying to figure that out
“I think we’ve got to let last year go,” Cavs star Donovan Mitchell said following Saturday’s 108-100 win over the free-falling Memphis Grizzlies.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Who the Cavs are — and ultimately become — won’t be determined for months. But one thing is clear: This isn’t the same team from 2024-25.
Donovan Mitchell rescued the Cavaliers from quite possibly their worst defeat of the season on Saturday night, 108-100, over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Donovan Mitchell rescues Cavs in 108-100 win over Memphis Grizzlies
Two nights after calling himself a sicko for basking in this early-season adversity, Mitchell got exactly what he wanted.
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November 16, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Donovan Mitchell rescued the Cavaliers from quite possibly their worst defeat of the season on Saturday night, 108-100, over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Awesome! Cleveland boy Chaife Jackson celebrated his 12th birthday ringing a victory bell at Thursday night’s Cavaliers game after completing treatment for a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
A young Cleveland fan’s milestone lights up Cavs’ arena
Twelve-year-old cancer survivor Chaife Jackson was celebrated by nearly 19,500 fans at a Cavaliers game after ringing the victory bell at the Cleveland Clinic.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Awesome! Cleveland boy Chaife Jackson celebrated his 12th birthday ringing a victory bell at Thursday night’s Cavaliers game after completing treatment for a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
Injuries, experimentation, and circumstance have reshaped the roster. Every game feels like a reshuffled deck: a new combination of available players, a fresh challenge, a test of identity under pressure.
The Cavs are searching for themselves: Can Cleveland find its identity before the playoffs?
Injuries, rotations, and uncertainty have forced the Cavs to rethink who they are this season. Donovan Mitchell and the rest of the roster are searching for consistency before the playoffs arrive.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Injuries, experimentation, and circumstance have reshaped the roster. Every game feels like a reshuffled deck: a new combination of available players, a fresh challenge, a test of identity under pressure.
The Cavs didn’t lead at any point in the first three quarters. They were behind by double digits multiple times. Trailed 92-78 with 3:57 remaining in the third. And then depleted Cleveland outscored the Heat 52-24 the rest of the way.
Inside Craig Porter Jr.’s ‘heroic’ night against Miami -- a first in Cavs history
“It was a heroic performance,” Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson boasted following the 130-116 come-from-behind victory.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:29 PM
The Cavs didn’t lead at any point in the first three quarters. They were behind by double digits multiple times. Trailed 92-78 with 3:57 remaining in the third. And then depleted Cleveland outscored the Heat 52-24 the rest of the way.
Playing in Miami for the second time in three days, undermanned Cleveland avenged its gut-wrenching last-second defeat, stunning the Heat and handing them their first loss at Kaseya Center this season, 130-116.
Short-handed Cavs show depth and guts in fourth-quarter comeback that stuns Heat, 130-116
Playing in Miami for the second time in three days, undermanned Cleveland avenged its gut-wrenching last-second defeat, stunning the Heat and handing them their first loss at Kaseya Center this season, 130-116.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Playing in Miami for the second time in three days, undermanned Cleveland avenged its gut-wrenching last-second defeat, stunning the Heat and handing them their first loss at Kaseya Center this season, 130-116.
The Cavs (and their fans) can breathe a sigh of relief.
Cavs provide Darius Garland injury update ahead of Wednesday night’s game vs. Heat
Garland will not play Wednesday night in Miami. His status beyond that is uncertain, as he will receive daily treatment and continue with the already-established post-surgery management plan.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:34 PM
The Cavs (and their fans) can breathe a sigh of relief.
The uniform features a bold peachy-orange base, mixing a fresh take on the team’s past designs and early era color palettes, and prominently displays “The Land” wordmark across the chest trimmed in white and gold for a modern contrast.
The latest Cavs NBA City Edition has arrived: Grab this unique orange look in 2025-26
After paying tribute to the LeBron James era, the Cavs have lightened up the mood with their new 2025 City Edition look, which is available online now.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:01 AM
The uniform features a bold peachy-orange base, mixing a fresh take on the team’s past designs and early era color palettes, and prominently displays “The Land” wordmark across the chest trimmed in white and gold for a modern contrast.
The Cavs launched the jerseys and partnership with the Cleveland Metroparks Tuesday on a chilly day at Edgewater Park. This year's collaboration is a remix of the 2022-23 City Edition uniform; the team will wear orange jerseys, symbolic of sunsets.
Cleveland Cavaliers unveil 2025-26 City Edition uniforms: Here’s the symbolism behind the jerseys
The jerseys, which highlight a partnership with Cleveland Metroparks, will debut Monday, Nov. 17.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Cavs launched the jerseys and partnership with the Cleveland Metroparks Tuesday on a chilly day at Edgewater Park. This year's collaboration is a remix of the 2022-23 City Edition uniform; the team will wear orange jerseys, symbolic of sunsets.
After exiting Monday's game in agony, Garland went to the trainer’s room for further evaluation. He will meet with team doctors again Tuesday morning.
Cavs’ Darius Garland to undergo further evaluation after re-injuring surgically repaired toe
Darius Garland’s injured toe is all that matters. Yes, that toe, the one Garland had surgery on five months ago.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:04 PM
After exiting Monday's game in agony, Garland went to the trainer’s room for further evaluation. He will meet with team doctors again Tuesday morning.