Cleveland Cavaliers
Cavaliers Taking Alex Len with First Pick?
Hearing that C Alex Len, who visited with #Pelicans on Friday, is now the likely choice for #Cavs at No. 1 spot in next week’s draft. via Jimmy Smith via Twitter »Read More
NBA Saturday: Where Will Iguodala Sign?
Andre Iguodala will opt of his contract with the Denver Nuggets, so where will he end up signing next season?... Kobe Bryant has plans to play at least two more seasons, according to ESPN.com... »Read More
Cavs See Anthony Bennett as No. 1 Pick?
UNLV power forward Anthony Bennett has scheduled his visit with the Cavaliers for Monday, his agent said on Thursday. Bennett, a 6-foot-7, 239-pounder, is recovering from surgery on his left rotator cuff in May.... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Cavs Leaning Away From Noel?
The overwhelming majority of mock drafts have Nerlens Noel slated to go #1 overall, but some sources are suggesting otherwise... Monta Ellis rejects extension offer from Milwaukee Bucks; free agency next? »Read More
Nuggets to Promote D’Alessandro as New GM?
So what’s next for the Denver Nuggets’ front office? It’s possible the team could promote former GM and freshly hired Toronto Raptors GM Masai Ujiri’s right-hand man, Pete D’Alessandro, though it’s unclear at this... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Head Coach Candidates Dwindling
Indiana Pacers assistant Brian Shaw is one of the last truly desirable head coaching candidates left for four teams with vacancies... Which teams have made the best head coaching hires so far?... Update on... »Read More
It’s Hard To Savor The Modern NBA
Dr. Travis Heath examines how social media platforms such as Twitter have affected the NBA and how it is covered. »Read More
What Cavaliers Should Do With Top Pick
The Cleveland Cavaliers have some options with the top overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft. Here is a look at what is possible for the Cavs. »Read More
USA Mini-Camp Overrun with Point Guards?
Seven point guards are expected to be in the group of 24 players invited to USA Basketball’s offseason mini-camp in July, including Portland’s Damian Lillard and Cleveland’s Kyrie Irving, the NBA’s recent Rookie of... »Read More
Phil Handy Joins Cavaliers Staff
Phil Handy has joined Mike Brown’s staff as an assistant coach with Cavs, sources tell Y! Sports. Handy was @Lakers player development coach via Marc J. Spears via Twitter »Read More
NBA AM: Cavaliers Have Plenty Of Options
The Cavaliers are set for a breakthrough in 2014. They own the No. 1 overall pick, have plenty of cap space and assets to trade. »Read More
Cavaliers Open to Dealing Top Draft Pick
It’s been 20 years since the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft was traded, when the Orlando Magic moved Chris Webber, but it’s possible that streak could end this year. The Cleveland... »Read More
Cavaliers in Disbelief Over Lottery Luck
Back at the Cavaliers headquarters, where General Manager Chris Grant and head coach Mike Brown watched the NBA draft lottery Tuesday, there was not unfettered joy or unabashed elation. When the Cavaliers learned they... »Read More
Cavs to Pick No.1 in NBA Draft; Order Set
Nick Gilbert and the Cleveland Cavaliers have beaten the NBA lottery odds again. The Cavaliers won the lottery for the second time in three years Tuesday, giving them the No. 1 pick for the... »Read More
NBA AM: Bobcats Can’t Afford Draft Day Whiff
The Charlotte Bobcats have hit rock bottom and the franchise can't afford to whiff on draft day next month... Greg Oden's comeback attempt continues... Harrison Barnes strong rookie campaign complete. »Read More
Blazers Hire Nate Tibbets as Assistant Coach
The Portland Trail Blazers have hired Nate Tibbets as an assistant coach. The former Cleveland assistant had been in running for head coaching jobs. via Ken Berger of CBS Sports via Twitter »Read More
LeBron James Opens Up about 2010 Injury
In an unexpected show of solidarity, (LeBron) James talked extensively for the first time about what he felt was a similar injury he suffered in 2010. During those playoffs when James played for the Cleveland... »Read More
Report: Cavaliers Interested in Tony Allen
The Cavs can be as much as $18 million under the salary cap on July 1. A couple free-agent signings could go a long way in reshaping their rebuilding project. They appear to have... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Playoff Edition
Two teams have already advanced. Can the Golden State Warriors upset the Denver Nuggets? NBA Rankings, playoff edition. »Read More
Dwight Howard’s Free Agency Will be a Circus
According to several sources familiar with Howard’s thinking, Howard will likely explore free agency before reaching his final decision. In today’s media landscape, that means there will be a circus in July while Howard... »Read More
Gilbert to Gores: Move Pistons Downtown
Quicken Loans Inc. Chairman and Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert had some advice Thursday for fellow NBA owner Tom Gores: Move the Detroit Pistons downtown. Gilbert, talking during a morning business breakfast at the... »Read More
NBA Head Coach Hiring Season Is Open
Cavaliers, Pistons, 76ers and Bobcats need new head coaches. NBA hiring and firing season is now in full swing. »Read More
LeBron James ‘Very Happy’ for Mike Brown
Mike Brown and the Cavaliers are getting back together. Brown, who led the Cavs to the playoffs in all five seasons he coached them from 2005-10, has agreed in principle to a contract to... »Read More
Cavs, Mike Brown Finalizing 5-Year Offer?
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Mike Brown are finalizing a five-year, $20 million-plus contract for him to return as coach, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Brown was still ironing out details about his control within... »Read More
Report: Mike Brown Returning To Cavs
The Cavaliers and Mike Brown have reached a handshake agreement on a deal. Official announcement is expected Wednesday. via Jason Lloyd of the Akron Beacon Journal. »Read More
Source: Cavs Approach Phil Jackson
As they did eight years ago when he was in retirement, the Cleveland Cavaliers have reached out to Phil Jackson about their head coach opening, sources told ESPN.com. The Cavs, who fired coach Byron... »Read More
Cavs Owner Dan Gilbert, Mike Brown Meet?
The Cavaliers might have met with the best available coach on the market on Sunday. Sources say Cavs majority owner Dan Gilbert had dinner with Mike Brown on Sunday. The Cavs fired Coach Byron... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Batum Sees Big Year for Blazers
Nicolas Batum predicts a top-five Western Conference finish for the Portland Trail Blazers in 2013-2014... Cleveland hoping for Phil Jackson as next head coach? Are Stan Van Gundy and Scott Skiles in the mix,... »Read More
Cavs, Mike Brown Have Mutual Interest?
While the Cleveland Cavaliers said goodbye to Byron Scott on Thursday, they could be welcoming back former coach Mike Brown. With Scott out, there is mutual interest between Brown and the Cavaliers for a... »Read More
Cavs Seeking Strong Defensive Head Coach
(Cavs GM Chris) Grant made it clear the team’s next coach will have a strong defensive background. The candidates are endless and range from guys with previous head coaching experience (Stan Van Gundy, Scott... »Read More
NBA Coaches, Executives On The Way Out
Now that the regular season has ended, which coaches and executives may be on the way out? »Read More
Cavs to Fire Byron Scott Thursday?
After the Cavaliers close the regular season tonight against the Charlotte Bobcats, dramatic changes are coming to the organization. The most burning question pertains to the future of coach Byron Scott and whether this... »Read More
Kyrie Irving: ‘I want coach Scott back’
In dropping their fifth straight and 15th in their last 17 games, the Cavs (24-57) almost found a way to match the uniqueness of their 98-95 loss to the Heat (65-16) on March 20... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: April 16th
Which NBA rookies are worth watching over the final days of this regular season? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week 24
Fifteen teams have locked in playoff berths. Will the LA Lakers or Utah Jazz make it sixteen? The NBA , 24 weeks in . . . »Read More
Byron Scott: ‘Coaches Are Hired to Be Fired’
Longtime friends Byron Scott and Doug Collins found themselves in similar situations heading into Sunday’s game at Wells Fargo Center. As the coaches of the Cavaliers and Sixers, respectively, each is facing an uncertain... »Read More
Daniel Gibson Apologizes to Cavs Fans
It’s possible that just three games remain for Daniel Gibson’s career in Cleveland. And if that’s the case, the Cavaliers guard would like to apologize. This season has been, to say the least, a... »Read More
Grading the NBA Coaches: The East
Frank Vogel, Tom Thibodeau, Erik Spoelstra and Mike Woodson all had successful seasons on the bench, all things considered. But what grades did they earn from HOOPSWORLD? »Read More
Byron Scott, Cavs Eye Changes for Next Year
(Tyler) Zeller was pulled from games in the fourth quarter recently when opponents went to smaller lineups, and Zeller’s presence would seem to give the Cavs a decided advantage in the post. Coach Byron... »Read More
Cavaliers’ C.J. Miles Suffers Concussion
C.J. Miles was diagnosed with a concussion this morning, placed in the league’s concussion program and will not fly to Indiana today for tomorrow’s game against the Indiana Pacers. Miles suffered a vertical gash... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: April 9th
Jonas Valanciunas and Damain Lillard were Rookies of the Month in March. Which other rookies are worth watching? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 23
Thirteen teams have clinched including all eight in the Eastern Conference - the NBA Power Rankings 23 weeks in . . . »Read More
Cavs’ Irving on Scott’s Future: No Comment
Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving isn’t addressing questions regarding the future of Cleveland Head Coach Byron Scott. The Cavaliers had dropped 12-of-14 games going into Sunday’s game against Orlando. The recent slide has... »Read More
Thompson: Byron Scott Rumors ‘Bogus’
Tristan Thompson said the players are right there with their coach. “We are sick of it, but we use it as motivation,” Thompson said, adding he’s sick of hearing that (Byron) Scott is on... »Read More
Byron Scott Disappointed in Cavaliers Effort
Cavs coach Byron Scott was asked if he was worried about losing his job. “Not really,” said Scott, who is 22-52 this season and 62-160 in three seasons. “I’ve always had the attitude, whatever... »Read More
Cavs’ Irving Not Playing Back-to-Backs
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving did not play Monday night against the Atlanta Hawks, part of a recovery plan that will have the All-Star sitting the second game of back-to-backs for now. After... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 22
After a lengthy slump, the N.Y. Knicks are suddenly hot, winners of eight straight - now sixth in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 22 »Read More
Cavs’ Irving Returns Sunday Against Hornets
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving returned to the lineup Sunday night against the New Orleans Hornets after missing eight games with a strained left shoulder. There was some speculation Irving would miss the rest... »Read More
Byron Scott Requires Too Much Practice?
Asked directly last week if he has received any indication he could be fired at the end of the season, (Byron) Scott said, “No.” But as these crushing losses have mounted, players are privately... »Read More
Fantasy Focus: Looking To 2013-14
As fantasy basketball leagues are nearing the end, the diehards are already looking ahead. Whose names should be circled for the 2013-14 season? »Read More
Irving Could Return for Cavs
If Kyrie Irving is cleared medically to return prior to the end of the season, coach Byron Scott indicated he will allow Irving to return to the court for the Cavaliers’ final few games... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: March 26th
Will injuries shake up HOOPSWORLD's Rookie Watch in the final month of the season? »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 21
The Houston Rockets are climbing up the NBA Power Rankings while the Boston Celtics are starting to fade. The NBA 21 weeks in . . . »Read More
No Return Date for Cavs’ Irving, Waiters
The news hasn’t been particularly good for the Cavaliers lately and it doesn’t appear to be improving anytime soon. They’ve now suffered their two worst losses of the season — for far different reasons... »Read More
Cleveland Cavaliers: A Team on the Rise
With a core of young talent and financial flexibility, the Cleveland Cavaliers look to be a team on the verge of success. »Read More
McHale Advocated for Shaun Livingston?
Shaun Livingston thought he had done enough to have made the Rockets roster, but was not at all surprised when he didn’t. Livingston said the Rockets “absolutely” made a decision based on his contract... »Read More
NBA AM: Free Agency Stock On The Decline
Which NBA players have seen their stock decline the most heading into free agency? Let’s take a look … »Read More
LeBron James: 24th Straight Win was ‘bizarre’
LeBron James ripped the heart out of the Cleveland Cavaliers again. Because that’s what he does, this time with a triple-double. The Miami Heat won again. Because since February 3, that’s all they’ve done,... »Read More
Cavs Sign Quinn for Reminder of Season
The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed guard Chris Quinn from the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA Development League for the remainder of the season, Cavaliers General Manager Chris Grant announced today from Cleveland Clinic Courts.... »Read More
Dion Waiters May Undergo Knee Procedure
Cavs say there is “potential for an arthroscopic procedure” on Dion Waiters’ knee. via Sam Amico via Twitter »Read More
Dion Waiters Injures Knee in Cavaliers Loss
Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters will miss the rest of Cleveland’s game against Indiana with a sore left knee. Waiters scored four points in the first quarter, but didn’t play in the second. The Cavaliers... »Read More
Paul George Denies ‘dirty player’ Label
Indiana Pacers All-Star Paul George defended himself and dismissed any thought that he was a dirty player before the Pacers’ game against the Cavaliers on Monday. George involuntarily found himself caught in the fallout... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: March 19th
The rookies to watch can change as coaches get freer with playing time, but no one is catching Damian Lillard now. »Read More
Pacers’ Granger Cleared to Practice
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger has been cleared to resume basketball activities, Pacers Head Coach Frank Vogel said prior to Monday’s game at Cleveland. A sore left knee has caused Granger to miss all... »Read More
Cavaliers Recall Kevin Jones
The Cleveland Cavaliers have recalled forward Kevin Jones from the Canton Charge. He has appeared in 12 games for the Charge this season, averaging 22.4 points and 11.2 rebounds in 37.7 minutes per game.... »Read More
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