Cleveland Cavaliers News

Dan Gilbert STRONG reaction to Lebron’s betrayal

Tariq Ali — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:28:39 +0000

The Cavaliers owner didn’t wait long to issue a very strong statement calling Lebron’s action during the free agency and his “decision” as “cowardly betrayal”. He went also to promise Cavaliers fans an NBA championship before the self-proclaimed “king” get one.

Here is his statement which you can also read on Cavs.com:

Dear Cleveland, All Of Northeast Ohio and Cleveland Cavaliers … [visit site to read more]

What Have We Learned During “LeBron-a-Palooza”?

David Friedman — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 01:42:25 +0000

Until the 2010 Eastern Conference semifinal series between Boston and Cleveland, I had always been very impressed not only with LeBron James’ obvious athletic gifts but also with his work ethic and the way that he seemed to be mature beyond his years. James seemed to “get it”: James avoided off court trouble, did not disrespect his coaches and teammates and he worked very hard to improve his main skill set weaknesses (defense, perimeter shooting, free throw shooting). James evolved from … [visit site to read more]

Cavs Fire Mike Brown After Best Five Year Run in Franchise History

David Friedman — Tue, 25 May 2010 11:08:47 +0000

The Cleveland Cavaliers have officially fired Coach Mike Brown, an action that surprises no one and certainly delights some misguided fans and media members—the same people, I suspect, who called for Bill Belichick’s head a … [visit site to read more]

What is Wrong With the Cavs?

David Friedman — Thu, 13 May 2010 13:00:58 +0000

Entering this year’s playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers seemed to be primed for success while the aging Boston Celtics had been little better than a .500 team for the greater portion of the regular season (27-24 in the final 51 games). The Cavs were nearly unbeatable at home while the Celtics were uncharacteristically vulnerable in Boston and displayed a propensity for blowing big leads. All of the trends suggested that the Cavs should beat the Celtics and TNT’s Charles Barkley even declared … [visit site to read more]

Cavaliers Look to Rebound in Game 6

Michael Granito — Wed, 12 May 2010 20:00:37 +0000

Last night I was sitting with a friend of mine, who I coach basketball with, to watch the Cavaliers game. We were in shock at the attitude and expressions that the Cavaliers players were showing. My friend kept saying that the team is showing no intensity, which was why the Celtics were able to get so many rebounds. None of the players were in position and they did not seem to want the ball.

It also appears that the Cavaliers are not in any type of rhythm. They always feed off of LeBron, … [visit site to read more]

Mike Brown on the Hot Seat

Michael Granito — Wed, 12 May 2010 19:12:47 +0000

Based upon the past history of winning the NBA Coach of the Year award, and the shortcomings, thus far in the playoffs, Mike Brown has to start thinking if history will repeat itself should the Cavaliers not win the NBA Championship this … [visit site to read more]

LeBron Comes Up Empty as Celtics Obliterate Cavaliers in Cleveland

David Friedman — Wed, 12 May 2010 18:20:26 +0000

Ray Allen scored 25 points to pace six Celtics in double figures as the Boston Celtics dealt the Cleveland Cavaliers their worst home playoff loss in franchise history, 120-88. A stunned sellout crowd of 20,562 fans booed two-time regular season MVP LeBron James and the other Cavaliers and then left en masse long before the final buzzer of what has to be considered one of the most stunning collapses by a top seeded team in NBA playoff history, a debacle topped perhaps only by Dallas’ loss to … [visit site to read more]

Reloaded Cavs Seek Revenge Against Aging Celtics

David Friedman — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:01:48 +0000

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics each cruised through the first round of the playoffs with 4-1 victories over Chicago and Miami respectively, setting up a rematch of their classic seven game 2008 Eastern Conference semifinals duel—but both teams have made significant … [visit site to read more]

Cavaliers and Lebron are eager to start the Playoffs

Tariq Ali — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:05:22 +0000

This is the first time the Cavaliers will face the Bulls in a playoffs series since the Michael Jordan era. It is also the time to erase a lot of bad memories for Cavaliers’ fans and Cavaliers’players.

Shaquille O’Neal will start at center, his first game since he injured his … [visit site to read more]

Cavs Will Battle Bulls in the Playoffs for the First Time Since the Michael Jordan Era

David Friedman — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:28:00 +0000

The Cleveland Cavaliers began the 2009 playoffs by sweeping the Detroit Pistons, a Central Division rival who they had faced in two competitive playoff series in 2006 and 2007; this year, the Cavs’ postseason journey also starts with a battle against a Central Division foe—the Chicago Bulls, a franchise that tormented the Cavs by eliminating Cleveland from the playoffs five times between 1988 and 1994. Chicago eked out a pair of 3-2 triumphs in 1988 and 1989 but by the end of that era the … [visit site to read more]

Usher Comments on Lebron to New York Rumors

Tariq Ali — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:10:24 +0000

R&B singer USHER, stopped by Music Choice to promote his new album “Raymond vs. Raymond” and spent some time talking about his “other job” as part owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Rarely do team owners comment on players, which make this sound bite even more … [visit site to read more]

Cavs Use Balanced Attack to Tame Raptors

David Friedman — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:37:32 +0000

Seven players scored in double figures–including all five starters–as the Cleveland Cavaliers improved to a league-best 61-17 record with a 113-101 win over the Toronto Raptors. Antawn Jamison scored a team-high 20 points and LeBron James added 19 points, 13 assists and six rebounds. James helped the Cavs set a season-high in assists (38) and six of his dimes resulted in layups or dunks as the Cavs outscored the Raptors 62-38 in the paint. Former Raptor Anthony Parker authored his best game … [visit site to read more]

With Big Z Back in the Fold, Cavs Prepare for Championship Run

David Friedman — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 14:01:02 +0000

The Cleveland Cavaliers have lapped the field in the race for homecourt advantage throughout the 2010 NBA Playoffs; the Cavs have just nine games remaining—six of which will be played at home—and currently are ahead of the L.A. Lakers by three games in the loss column. The Cavs lead the Orlando Magic by … [visit site to read more]

Zydrunas Ilgauskas to sign one year deal with the Cavaliers

Tariq Ali — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:41:04 +0000

Zydrunas Ilgauskas is expected to sign a one year deal to play with the Cleveland Cavaliers the rest of the season The Cleveland Plain Dealer reported this morning. Zydrunas wanted to get a deal done as soon as possible so he can travel with the team in their upcoming road trip to … [visit site to read more]

Cavs Clobber Celtics, Move Closer to Clinching Top Seed in East

David Friedman — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:04:31 +0000

LeBron James had 30 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, three blocked shots and two steals as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Boston Celtics 104-93. Although James was highly productive, he had plenty of help, too: Anderson Varejao contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds off of the bench, Antawn Jamison added 15 points and 12 rebounds and Mo Williams scored 14 points with six assists. Ray Allen overcame a slow start to lead the Celtics with 20 points plus six rebounds and five assists, while … [visit site to read more]

Lebron James officially wants No.6 next season

Tariq Ali — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:12:09 +0000

Lebron James filed paper work yesterday to officially change his jersey number to No. 6 from his current No.23, the Cleveland Plain Dealer reported on Monday.

“I’ve done it,” James told the Plain Dealer. “I already sent it in. I’m going to be No. 6.”

Six is James’ jersey number on the … [visit site to read more]

O’Neal Injury Could Imperil Cavs’ Championship Hopes

David Friedman — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:21:11 +0000

Don’t be fooled by Cleveland’s 124-93 rout of the hapless New York Knicks—the Cavs will miss Shaquille O’Neal during his six to eight week absence as he recovers from thumb surgery and the Cavs very much need to sign Zydrunas Ilgauskas as soon as they are permitted to do so by league rules.

“Small ball” with J.J. Hickson starting at center looks good against the Knicks and for … [visit site to read more]

The Washington Wizards and Zydrunas Ilgauskas Reach agreement

Tariq Ali — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:47:37 +0000

The Washington Wizards and Zydrunas Ilgauskas have reached an agreement on a contract buyout according to the The Washington Post.

The agreement would make Zydrunas a free agent and can sign with any team for a pro-rated share of the veteran’s minimum. Many teams are interested in signing Zydrunas including Dallas, Atlanta, … [visit site to read more]

Jamison Could be Final Championship Piece–If Big Z Rejoins Cavs

David Friedman — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:51:15 +0000

The Cleveland Cavaliers have acquired the proverbial “stretch 4”—i.e., power forward who can shoot jumpers and/or create his own scoring opportunities—that they have been seeking (and their fans have been dreaming about) for quite some time: as part of a three team deal involving the Washington Wizards and L.A. Clippers, Antawn Jamison will join the Cavaliers, while the Cavs will ship center Zydrunas Ilgauskas plus a first round draft pick to Washington.

We live in a society that … [visit site to read more]

Zydrunas is looking for a buyout

Tariq Ali — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:33:52 +0000

Cavaliers fans were ecstatic about the way the Cavaliers were able to trade for Antawn Jamison without giving up much for it. But at the same time, many are waiting to see what will happen with Zydrunas.

According to Zydrunas’s agent, Herb Rudoy, he is … [visit site to read more]