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Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard J.R. Smith has requested to be traded after learning — for the second time this season — that he’s not going to be part of the rotation. #Cavs @TheRealJRSmith says he hopes to be traded. Said it's hard to put on jersey right now. Is convinced ex-coach Tyronn Lue sticking with […]

After opening the season with six consecutive losses, the Cleveland Cavaliers fired head coach Tyronn Lue. The winless start was bad, but it wasn’t the only reason why the Cavs decided to move on. Tendencies that have plagued Lue since the beginning of his tenure continued to manifest themselves, and without LeBron James to cover […]

Cleveland Cavaliers veterans Channing Frye, Tristan Thompson, J.R. Smith — Derrick Rose’s former Cavs teammates — reacted to the Minnesota Timberwolves guard’s career performance. Via Twitter, Frye declared that Rose — a former Most Valuable Player of the league — is back: Congrats to Drose, he told me he’s back. I see he tells no […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers fired head coach Tyronn Lue this past weekend, with the news coming down on Sunday morning. The Cavs, who at the time, just dropped to 0-6 on the season, decided to move on from their championship-winning coach from just two years ago and have no clear direction in sight. The firing of […]

Contrary to an earlier report, Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith never considered taking some time off from the team. In fact, it was the total opposite as the Cavs gave him a choice to take a leave but he declined. A report by Brian Windhorst of ESPN cited that J.R. Smith wanted some time away […]

After firing former head coach Tyronn Lue on Sunday and learning that Larry Drew won’t accept the interim tag because he would prefer a long-term deal, the Cleveland Cavaliers are on their first real coaching search since 2014. It’s certainly a new era for the Cavs, who were the last team to win a game […]

The news of the firing of former Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Tyronn Lue has yet to fully sink in for some, and already, the Cavs are in the hunt for his replacement. Although a bit unsympathetic at this point, such is the business side of the sport. According to Brian Windhorst of ESPN, former NBA […]

Kevin Love of the Cleveland Cavaliers expressed his disappointment after learning that he’ll be out for a few weeks due to a toe injury. As reported by Chris Fedor of cleveland.com, the Cavs big man shared some updates with regard to his injured left toe. Love admitted that he doesn’t know just yet if he’ll […]

Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard J.R. Smith considered taking some time away from the team after he was informed he would be removed from the rotation and not receive guaranteed playing time, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Brian Windhorst. Smith was upset by the news, but decided to stay for the time being. The veteran guard didn’t […]

Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard Kyle Korver remains on the trade block, as the organization has initiated testing the trade market for the veteran sharpshooter, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Brian Windhorst. Kyle Korver is making $7.5 million this season and has $3.4 million guaranteed for the 2019-20 season. The Cavs would like to unload at […]

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love makes it clear he wants Larry Drew to get the coaching contract he seeks and take over the Cavs. Larry Drew, who has been an assistant coach for the team since 2014, has been promoted to become Cleveland’s interim head coach after the firing of Tyronn Lue. However, the 60-year-old […]

Acting Cleveland Cavaliers coach Larry Drew has insisted that he has no plans to quit despite the possibility of him totally missing out on the head coaching gig for the Cavs. Larry Drew took over as coach after the Cavs decided to part ways with Tyronn Lue. He was an assistant coach for the team […]

The Cavs updated the status of All-Star power forward Kevin Love Tuesday, and it appears he is going to be out for the foreseeable future. In a press release, the Cavs said Love continues to receive treatment and further evaluation for his sore left foot. Love remains out and received consultation from Dr. Martin O’Malley at […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are in the midst of a crisis following the ousting of Tyronn Lue. The Cavs tabbed Larry Drew to be the interim coach, but he’s not comfortable with that title and wants a long-term commitment. Unfortunately, Drew has yet to reach an agreement on a contract and is clearly frustrated with the situation. […]

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Collin Sexton’s NBA career has gotten off to a chaotic start. Despite this and with the team winless, Sexton is still staying positive, per Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. “They’ve been pretty fun as well as a learning experience,” Sexton said of the first few weeks. “I felt like coach Ty Lue, […]

After a turbulent weekend in The Land, the question on the minds of many is if All-Star power forward Kevin Love will ever play for the Cleveland Cavaliers again. The quick answer … is yes. Considering the earliest date Cleveland can trade Love is Jan. 23, plus the team’s determination to be a playoff-contending team […]

For the past few seasons, the Cavs have been trying to bring the NBA All-Star Game to Cleveland. However, renovations to Quicken Loans Arena put those plans on hold. Now that The Q Transformation is nearly complete, though, the city’s goal might finally be realized. Via Crain’s Cleveland Business: Multiple sources have told Crain’s that […]

In the wake of his recent dismissal as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, there has been no shortage of support for Tyronn Lue. Players and peers alike have publicly come out to back the embattled coach, and the latest to express his admiration for the 41-year-old is Chicago Bulls head coach Fred Hoiberg. Hoiberg […]

Klay Thompson, Stephen Curry, and the Golden State Warriors just poured in 92 points at the half. Larry Nance Jr. of the Cleveland Cavaliers sent out his reaction — which probably mirrors how most of us are feeling. Via his Twitter, Nance Jr. said: 92 at halftime 🤦🏽‍♂️ — Larry Nance Jr (@Larrydn22) October 30, […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been the talk of the NBA the last two days, and not exactly for the right reasons. On Sunday, the Cavs decided to part ways with Tyronn Lue as head coach after an 0-6 start. With Cleveland struggling and Lue gone, some think the team should tank and try to get […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers made national headlines Sunday when they fired head coach Tyronn Lue after an 0-6 start. The decision to fire Lue was apparently up to Cavs general manager Koby Altman, not owner Dan Gilbert. Decision to fire Ty Lue was made by #Cavs GM Koby Altman after consulting with his staff. He went to […]

The winds of change blew right through downtown Cleveland on Sunday morning. Tyronn Lue, who led the Cavs to their first championship in franchise history, was relieved of his duties as head coach. The reasoning for this decision, according to GM Koby Altman, had a lot to do with “fit” — or the lack thereof. […]

The Cavs have a pressing issue ahead of Tuesday’s runback game against the Atlanta Hawks, as hopeful new coach Larry Drew claimed he’s not the interim coach, but rather the “voice” of this team after the firing of head coach Tyronn Lue, according to Joe Vardon of The Athletic. As reported Sunday, Drew is looking […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are only six games into a long 82-game season, but the Cavs have already put themselves in the race for the worst record in the league as they remain winless during this 2018-19 season. The post-LeBron James era has brought even more devastation than fans had expected, leaving one clear answer for […]

Shortly before noon on Monday morning, news came down the wire stating that the Cavs have exercised their third-year option on Ante Zizic, which means the Croatian-born center will remain with the team through the 2019-20 season. Source: #Cavs have exercised third-year option on Ante Zizic. — Chris Fedor (@ChrisFedor) October 29, 2018 The Cavs, […]

The Cleveland Cavs are preparing to see star forward Kevin Love miss more than a month with a left toe injury, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Adrian Wojnarowski. According to Joe Vardon of The Athletic, Love missed the last two games due to what the Cavaliers called a sore left foot, but he recently […]

The Tristan Thompson and Khloe Kardashian storyline continues to develop as Kardashian was seen returning to Cleveland to reunite with Thompson after rumors swirled that the couple had finally split for good. Per US Magazine, the youngest of the three Kardashians was greeted with silver “welcome home” balloons from Thompson when she got back to […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are considering resting five-time All-Star Kevin Love for an extended period of time as he attempts to alleviate foot soreness he sustained early in training camp. Love, who has averaged 19.0 points, 13.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game on a true shooting percentage of 47.8, has missed Cleveland’s last two games. […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are in disarray after firing Tyronn Lue, and Koby Altman is part of the reason why the Cavs are where they are — 0 and 6 to begin the season. “This was a very difficult decision. It is especially so, considering Coach Lue’s time with us over the last four years, including […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have parted ways with Tyronn Lue despite the fact that Lue still had $15 million left on his contract, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The Cavs committed to Lue following the organization’s first championship in 2016. Lue signed an extension that kept him with four guaranteed years and a fifth-year team option. Obviously, […]

With the firing of Tyronn Lue, the Cleveland Cavaliers’ front office has promoted assistant coach Larry Drew to be the interim head coach. Drew could get the interim tag removed down the road if the team steadily progresses through the season, though he’s hoping for a commitment now. Per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski: Cavs practicing soon […]

Tyronn Lue is the first NBA coaching casualty of the season. The Cleveland Cavaliers are parting ways with Lue just six games into the season — six games the Cavs have lost. Lue issued a gracious statement about his time in Cleveland, per Marc. J Spears of The Undefeated. “My time here in Cleveland was truly […]

Basketball fans in Cleveland woke up to surprising news Sunday morning. Tyronn Lue, who led the Cavs to their first championship in franchise history in 2016, was relieved of his duties as head coach. The reasoning behind this decision, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com, had a lot to do with the team’s competitiveness — […]

Tyronn Lue’s firing took the NBA community by surprise, and former Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James is the latest player to comment. James thanked Lue for the memories they created with the Cavs and reminded everyone that Lue brought the city a championship: T Lue thanks for the memories and more importantly our partnership bringing […]

According to The Athletic and Stadium’s Shams Charania, the Cleveland Cavaliers have also fired assistant coach Damon Jones after firing head coach Tyronn Lue on Sunday. Jones was hired as a shooting coach by the Cavs in 2014 and promoted to assistant coach this June. The Cavaliers have also parted ways with assistant coach Damon […]

Cleveland Cavaliers players are reportedly unhappy with the team’s decision to fire former head coach Tyronn Lue. The 41-year-old took over for David Blatt as head coach in 2015-16 and formed a bond with his players. As it turns out, this relationship may have extended far beyond the confines of the basketball court, with several […]

In a shocking move by the Cleveland Cavaliers’ front office, the team has fired head coach Tyronn Lue and promoted Larry Drew to be interim coach. Cavs All-Star Kevin Love quickly reacted to the news: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bpe18PGnD4P/?utm_source=ig_twitter_share&igshid=1sxg0wsuce8yd After some time of struggling with finding his niche with the Cavs, Love finally got into his comfort zone […]

Sound the alarms. Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman fired head coach Tyronn Lue on Sunday after the Cavaliers’ 0-6 start, much to the surprise of everyone. Although there’s no LeBron James (and has been no Kevin Love, for the past two games) for the team to rely on, the expectation from the front office […]

J.R. Smith was one of the first players to react following the big news of the Cleveland Cavaliers terminating the services of head coach Tyronn Lue. Smith, who spent three seasons under Lue’s tenure, was understandably upset with the firing of his now former coach. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bpe1i2olX6M/?utm_source=ig_twitter_share&igshid=16fplz5ortd3s Smith showed his appreciation to the 41-year-old for what […]