Ethan Sands
@ejelite1.bsky.social
Cavs Beat Reporter and Wine and Gold Talk podcast host for Cleveland.com l Ohio U & SJI alum l past: MLB, USA Today Sports, The LA Times l ΚΑΨ♦️#LackOfWorries🎈
The #Cavs aren’t last year’s 64-win machine.
This is a team searching for its identity. And time is ticking on this roster’s window.
The grind of 82 will tell the truth: either the Cavs discover who they are or the playoffs will. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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This is a team searching for its identity. And time is ticking on this roster’s window.
The grind of 82 will tell the truth: either the Cavs discover who they are or the playoffs will. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
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 8:27 PM
The #Cavs aren’t last year’s 64-win machine.
This is a team searching for its identity. And time is ticking on this roster’s window.
The grind of 82 will tell the truth: either the Cavs discover who they are or the playoffs will. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
This is a team searching for its identity. And time is ticking on this roster’s window.
The grind of 82 will tell the truth: either the Cavs discover who they are or the playoffs will. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
As expected the #Cavs’ injury report for Wednesday’s contest in Miami is lengthy.
Darius Garland (left toe), Donovan Mitchell (rest), Evan Mobley (rest), and Jaylon Tyson (concussion) have all been ruled out.
Larry Nance Jr (left knee contusion) is questionable. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Darius Garland (left toe), Donovan Mitchell (rest), Evan Mobley (rest), and Jaylon Tyson (concussion) have all been ruled out.
Larry Nance Jr (left knee contusion) is questionable. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
November 11, 2025 at 10:32 PM
As expected the #Cavs’ injury report for Wednesday’s contest in Miami is lengthy.
Darius Garland (left toe), Donovan Mitchell (rest), Evan Mobley (rest), and Jaylon Tyson (concussion) have all been ruled out.
Larry Nance Jr (left knee contusion) is questionable. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Darius Garland (left toe), Donovan Mitchell (rest), Evan Mobley (rest), and Jaylon Tyson (concussion) have all been ruled out.
Larry Nance Jr (left knee contusion) is questionable. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
#Cavs point guard Darius Garland will not return to tonight’s contest due to a left toe injury.
Garland had offseason surgery on his left great toe. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Garland had offseason surgery on his left great toe. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
November 11, 2025 at 2:32 AM
#Cavs point guard Darius Garland will not return to tonight’s contest due to a left toe injury.
Garland had offseason surgery on his left great toe. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Garland had offseason surgery on his left great toe. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
ICYMI: The Bulls charged all night.
The #Cavs stumbled, fouled and fought fatigue.
But when the dust settled, the matadors stood tall with sword in hand, having survived the running of the Bulls. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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The #Cavs stumbled, fouled and fought fatigue.
But when the dust settled, the matadors stood tall with sword in hand, having survived the running of the Bulls. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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The matador’s finish: Cavs survive the running of the Bulls, 128-122
When it was finally time to strike, Cleveland played the part of the matador, finishing off the Chicago 128-122.
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November 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
ICYMI: The Bulls charged all night.
The #Cavs stumbled, fouled and fought fatigue.
But when the dust settled, the matadors stood tall with sword in hand, having survived the running of the Bulls. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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The #Cavs stumbled, fouled and fought fatigue.
But when the dust settled, the matadors stood tall with sword in hand, having survived the running of the Bulls. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
Isaac Okoro is back in Cleveland but this time in red and black, not wine and gold.
His first regular-season game at Rocket Arena as a Bull carries all the emotion you’d expect.
Here’s my story from the preseason when both the #Cavs and #Bulls started to then the page: #NBASky
His first regular-season game at Rocket Arena as a Bull carries all the emotion you’d expect.
Here’s my story from the preseason when both the #Cavs and #Bulls started to then the page: #NBASky
Isaac Okoro’s return to Cleveland shows why both he and the Cavs needed a new start
Isaac Okoro’s first game back in Cleveland with the Bulls offered perspective on how the Cavs’ roster changes — and Okoro’s growth in Chicago — are reshaping both teams’ paths this season.
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November 8, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Darius Garland (injury management) is OUT against the Bulls tonight for the #Cavs, along with Max Strus (foot) and Chris Livingston.
Larry Nance Jr. (knee contusion) and Dean Wade (eye) are QUESTIONABLE. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Larry Nance Jr. (knee contusion) and Dean Wade (eye) are QUESTIONABLE. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
November 8, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Darius Garland (injury management) is OUT against the Bulls tonight for the #Cavs, along with Max Strus (foot) and Chris Livingston.
Larry Nance Jr. (knee contusion) and Dean Wade (eye) are QUESTIONABLE. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Larry Nance Jr. (knee contusion) and Dean Wade (eye) are QUESTIONABLE. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
It’s time for the #Cavs to stop playing with their food.
The air should be sucked out of Capital One Arena by the end of the first quarter.
But if they let the Wizards hang around, Cleveland deserves every side eye.
It’s time to start burying teams. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The air should be sucked out of Capital One Arena by the end of the first quarter.
But if they let the Wizards hang around, Cleveland deserves every side eye.
It’s time to start burying teams. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The Cavs have the perfect chance to prove they can finally finish what they start
If the Cavs are serious about what they say they want to become, then they have to start acting like it — and finish what they start.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:29 AM
It’s time for the #Cavs to stop playing with their food.
The air should be sucked out of Capital One Arena by the end of the first quarter.
But if they let the Wizards hang around, Cleveland deserves every side eye.
It’s time to start burying teams. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The air should be sucked out of Capital One Arena by the end of the first quarter.
But if they let the Wizards hang around, Cleveland deserves every side eye.
It’s time to start burying teams. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The Cavs have the perfect chance to prove they can finally finish what they start
If the Cavs are serious about what they say they want to become, then they have to start acting like it — and finish what they start.
www.cleveland.com
November 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
It’s time for the #Cavs to stop playing with their food.
The air should be sucked out of Capital One Arena by the end of the first quarter.
But if they let the Wizards hang around, Cleveland deserves every side eye.
It’s time to start burying teams. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The air should be sucked out of Capital One Arena by the end of the first quarter.
But if they let the Wizards hang around, Cleveland deserves every side eye.
It’s time to start burying teams. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The #Cavs’ ability to redefine their playoff destiny will be more mental than physical, and it starts with Jarrett Allen.
But the questions about his physical toughness should come to a halt.
At least while he plays through a fractured finger. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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But the questions about his physical toughness should come to a halt.
At least while he plays through a fractured finger. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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The pain a big man endures: Jarrett Allen’s physical toughness should no longer be questioned — Ethan Sands
Jarrett Allen's playing hurt. He’s playing through the noise of his past while not allowing ancient history to define him. That’s strength. It’s time everyone starts calling it what it is.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:44 PM
The #Cavs’ ability to redefine their playoff destiny will be more mental than physical, and it starts with Jarrett Allen.
But the questions about his physical toughness should come to a halt.
At least while he plays through a fractured finger. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
But the questions about his physical toughness should come to a halt.
At least while he plays through a fractured finger. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
De'Andre Hunter (illness) is OUT for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.
Darius Garland (toe), Jarrett Allen (finger) and Sam Merrill (hip) are IN for the #Cavs. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Darius Garland (toe), Jarrett Allen (finger) and Sam Merrill (hip) are IN for the #Cavs. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
November 5, 2025 at 11:11 PM
De'Andre Hunter (illness) is OUT for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.
Darius Garland (toe), Jarrett Allen (finger) and Sam Merrill (hip) are IN for the #Cavs. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Darius Garland (toe), Jarrett Allen (finger) and Sam Merrill (hip) are IN for the #Cavs. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
As someone experiencing this layout fully for the first time, this is beautiful. #Cavs #LetEmKnow #NBASky
November 5, 2025 at 10:06 PM
As someone experiencing this layout fully for the first time, this is beautiful. #Cavs #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The #Cavs’ offense has been barely surviving. They currently rank 26th in the #NBA.
They’ve sorely missed Darius Garland’s creation for himself and others.
Cleveland has been out of tune. Garland brings the harmony back. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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They’ve sorely missed Darius Garland’s creation for himself and others.
Cleveland has been out of tune. Garland brings the harmony back. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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Darius Garland’s return could harmonize the Cavs’ offense — and not just because of his shot
When Darius Garland's on the floor, the game looks different, transforming the team from an off-tune band to a beautifully conducted orchestra.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The #Cavs’ offense has been barely surviving. They currently rank 26th in the #NBA.
They’ve sorely missed Darius Garland’s creation for himself and others.
Cleveland has been out of tune. Garland brings the harmony back. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
They’ve sorely missed Darius Garland’s creation for himself and others.
Cleveland has been out of tune. Garland brings the harmony back. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
The #Cavs are slowly trending toward full strength.
Jarrett Allen (finger), Darius Garland (toe) and Sam Merrill (hip) have all been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s game against Philly.
Max Strus (foot) and two-way Chris Livingston remain out. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Jarrett Allen (finger), Darius Garland (toe) and Sam Merrill (hip) have all been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s game against Philly.
Max Strus (foot) and two-way Chris Livingston remain out. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
November 4, 2025 at 10:36 PM
The #Cavs are slowly trending toward full strength.
Jarrett Allen (finger), Darius Garland (toe) and Sam Merrill (hip) have all been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s game against Philly.
Max Strus (foot) and two-way Chris Livingston remain out. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Jarrett Allen (finger), Darius Garland (toe) and Sam Merrill (hip) have all been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s game against Philly.
Max Strus (foot) and two-way Chris Livingston remain out. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Lonzo Ball plays the game a step ahead, sometimes two.
The reads, the pace, the passes that only a few in the world would even try — they’re all instinct to him.
And the #Cavs are learning to process and play the game at his speed. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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The reads, the pace, the passes that only a few in the world would even try — they’re all instinct to him.
And the #Cavs are learning to process and play the game at his speed. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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Lonzo Ball’s vision allows the Cavs to see the game differently
The Cavs hope to turn moments like Sunday’s bursts into a constant, rather than wondering if those around Lonzo Ball are ready to match his speed and vision.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Lonzo Ball plays the game a step ahead, sometimes two.
The reads, the pace, the passes that only a few in the world would even try — they’re all instinct to him.
And the #Cavs are learning to process and play the game at his speed. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
The reads, the pace, the passes that only a few in the world would even try — they’re all instinct to him.
And the #Cavs are learning to process and play the game at his speed. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
#Cavs fans booed the injury report, but they cheered the chaos sparked by one player.
Jaylon Tyson smiled, then turned into the villain Cleveland didn’t know it needed.
“I don’t back down from nobody.” #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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Jaylon Tyson smiled, then turned into the villain Cleveland didn’t know it needed.
“I don’t back down from nobody.” #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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How Jaylon Tyson could become the ‘villain’ the Cavs need
Jaylon Tyson’s smile hides a competitive fire that’s changing the Cavaliers’ energy. With stars sidelined, his fearless edge — and willingness to play the villain — could give Cleveland a jolt it’s be...
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November 1, 2025 at 1:13 PM
#Cavs fans booed the injury report, but they cheered the chaos sparked by one player.
Jaylon Tyson smiled, then turned into the villain Cleveland didn’t know it needed.
“I don’t back down from nobody.” #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
Jaylon Tyson smiled, then turned into the villain Cleveland didn’t know it needed.
“I don’t back down from nobody.” #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
On a Halloween weekend inside Rocket Arena, it felt fitting that the #Cavs showed their best trick yet. Turning a skeleton roster into a full-fledged fight.
Even in a 112-101 loss on Friday night, Cleveland got a glimpse of its identity. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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Even in a 112-101 loss on Friday night, Cleveland got a glimpse of its identity. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
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Short-handed Cavs show fight in NBA Cup opener loss to Raptors, 112-101
On a Halloween weekend inside Rocket Arena, it felt fitting that the Cavs showed their best trick yet. Turning a skeleton roster into a full-fledged fight.
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November 1, 2025 at 3:16 AM
On a Halloween weekend inside Rocket Arena, it felt fitting that the #Cavs showed their best trick yet. Turning a skeleton roster into a full-fledged fight.
Even in a 112-101 loss on Friday night, Cleveland got a glimpse of its identity. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
Even in a 112-101 loss on Friday night, Cleveland got a glimpse of its identity. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/11...
The #Cavs needed energy tonight, and Jaylon Tyson has been a dynamite stick to start this one.
Defensively, he's been a menace. Offensively, he's hitting shots, cutting and not forcing the action.
He's hype, and he'll likely get at least 30 minutes tonight. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Defensively, he's been a menace. Offensively, he's hitting shots, cutting and not forcing the action.
He's hype, and he'll likely get at least 30 minutes tonight. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
October 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM
The #Cavs needed energy tonight, and Jaylon Tyson has been a dynamite stick to start this one.
Defensively, he's been a menace. Offensively, he's hitting shots, cutting and not forcing the action.
He's hype, and he'll likely get at least 30 minutes tonight. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Defensively, he's been a menace. Offensively, he's hitting shots, cutting and not forcing the action.
He's hype, and he'll likely get at least 30 minutes tonight. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
The #Cavs will start Lonzo Ball, Jaylon Tyson, De'Andre Hunter, Dean Wade and Evan Mobley for tonight’s #NBA Cup game against the Toronto Raptors.
Kenny Atkinson admitted that Ball will still have his minutes managed, but it’s a “find a way” night for everyone available. #NBASky
Kenny Atkinson admitted that Ball will still have his minutes managed, but it’s a “find a way” night for everyone available. #NBASky
October 31, 2025 at 11:04 PM
The #Cavs will be without four of their five starters from last season, as Donovan Mitchell (hamstring) and Jarrett Allen (finger) have been ruled OUT ahead of Cleveland's first NBA Cup group play game on Friday night. #LetEmKnow
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Cavs to be without two more members of the Core Four in first NBA Cup game
The Cavs’ injury report is beginning to look like a CVS receipt.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:24 PM
The #Cavs will be without four of their five starters from last season, as Donovan Mitchell (hamstring) and Jarrett Allen (finger) have been ruled OUT ahead of Cleveland's first NBA Cup group play game on Friday night. #LetEmKnow
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Donovan Mitchell (hamstring) and Jarrett Allen (finger) are QUESTIONABLE for the #Cavs on Friday against Toronto.
Sam Merrill (hip), Darius Garland (toe) and Max Strus (foot) are OUT. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Sam Merrill (hip), Darius Garland (toe) and Max Strus (foot) are OUT. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
October 30, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Donovan Mitchell (hamstring) and Jarrett Allen (finger) are QUESTIONABLE for the #Cavs on Friday against Toronto.
Sam Merrill (hip), Darius Garland (toe) and Max Strus (foot) are OUT. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
Sam Merrill (hip), Darius Garland (toe) and Max Strus (foot) are OUT. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
#Cavs center Jarrett Allen has a non-displaced fracture in his left ring finger, suffered in Wednesday’s game at Boston.
He’ll be listed as questionable for Friday’s matchup against Toronto at Rocket Arena. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
He’ll be listed as questionable for Friday’s matchup against Toronto at Rocket Arena. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
October 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
#Cavs center Jarrett Allen has a non-displaced fracture in his left ring finger, suffered in Wednesday’s game at Boston.
He’ll be listed as questionable for Friday’s matchup against Toronto at Rocket Arena. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
He’ll be listed as questionable for Friday’s matchup against Toronto at Rocket Arena. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
De’Andre Hunter is finding his footing in Cleveland.
After missing the first two games and a summer of reps, he’s giving glimpses of the two-way difference-maker the #Cavs traded for — and why he could be their missing piece. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
”[He’s] going to put a stamp on this season."
After missing the first two games and a summer of reps, he’s giving glimpses of the two-way difference-maker the #Cavs traded for — and why he could be their missing piece. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
”[He’s] going to put a stamp on this season."
After months of adjustment, the Cavs’ missing piece is finally at home in Cleveland
After a midseason trade and a period of adjustment, the Cavs are finally seeing the impact of their long-awaited wing addition. Improved chemistry, confidence, and versatility are giving the team a ne...
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October 29, 2025 at 1:16 PM
De’Andre Hunter is finding his footing in Cleveland.
After missing the first two games and a summer of reps, he’s giving glimpses of the two-way difference-maker the #Cavs traded for — and why he could be their missing piece. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
”[He’s] going to put a stamp on this season."
After missing the first two games and a summer of reps, he’s giving glimpses of the two-way difference-maker the #Cavs traded for — and why he could be their missing piece. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
”[He’s] going to put a stamp on this season."
Sam Merrill exited Monday's game during the 3rd quarter due to a right hip contusion.
The #Cavs' sharpshooter has hit 18 triples in their first four games. #NBASky
"He’s hurting,” Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said postgame. "Looks like a hip pointer."
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The #Cavs' sharpshooter has hit 18 triples in their first four games. #NBASky
"He’s hurting,” Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said postgame. "Looks like a hip pointer."
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Cavs sharpshooter injures hip in win over Pistons
Cavs sharpshooter suffered a right hip contusion against the Pistons.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:32 AM
Sam Merrill exited Monday's game during the 3rd quarter due to a right hip contusion.
The #Cavs' sharpshooter has hit 18 triples in their first four games. #NBASky
"He’s hurting,” Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said postgame. "Looks like a hip pointer."
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The #Cavs' sharpshooter has hit 18 triples in their first four games. #NBASky
"He’s hurting,” Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said postgame. "Looks like a hip pointer."
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Should the #NBA shorten its season?
#Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson believes the answer is yes, and it would be beneficial for the players, the fans and the game itself. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
“Guys would just be able to perform at a higher level."
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#Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson believes the answer is yes, and it would be beneficial for the players, the fans and the game itself. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
“Guys would just be able to perform at a higher level."
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‘Hellacious schedule’: Cavs head coach calls out NBA’s 82-game grind
Cavs head coach speaks his mind to Adam Silver and the league on why he believes fewer games would mean better basketball for the NBA.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Should the #NBA shorten its season?
#Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson believes the answer is yes, and it would be beneficial for the players, the fans and the game itself. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
“Guys would just be able to perform at a higher level."
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/10...
#Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson believes the answer is yes, and it would be beneficial for the players, the fans and the game itself. #LetEmKnow #NBASky
“Guys would just be able to perform at a higher level."
www.cleveland.com/cavs/2025/10...