Category Archives: Cavs

Cavs dominate Pacers, and LeBron addresses new Nike ad

LeBron James had another unbelievable game Friday night, with nine assists in the first quarter. Shaquille O'Neal had his way with the Indiana Pacers inside and dominated defensively — including a block of Roy Hibbert in the second half that … Continue reading

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Interesting take on Shaq, Cavs

Interesting story from SI.com here on Shaq, who isn't playing huge minutes but is contributing in big ways to the Cavs recent successful run. The good thing about the roster is that in the regular season Shaq does not need to … Continue reading

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Might this be the year?

Traveling to Indianapolis today to cover tomorrow night's Cavs game, but prior to leaving I thought it worthwhile to leave you this thought from Shaun Powell of NBA.com, a though I agree with: "LeBron (James) seems determined to settle all … Continue reading

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The visual evidence …

… that this was quite a game … highlights in case you missed it:

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LeBron James closes out a way-exciting game in Miami

Early in the second quarter of the Cavs game against Miami Monday night, I looked at fellow scribes Brian Windhorst and Bob Finnan and said: "Is this an NBA game?" The level of play to that point had not been … Continue reading

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Stoudemire rumors as Cavs prepare to play Heat

I'm in Miami for the Cavs-Heat game tonight (HEY … someone had to come … ), and soon it's off to shootaround. That's where players practice shooting and writers stand around and try make it seem like they're doing something … Continue reading

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James' strong finish trumps Kobe's fast start

Kobe Bryant started fast for the Lakers Thursday night, but LeBron James finished stronger, which was the difference in the Cavs victory in a January game with a June feeling. James dominated the final minutes — scoring seven consecutive points, … Continue reading

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LeBron's personal coach

Interesting Q and A on the Cleveland Scene's site with Cavs assistant coach Chris Jent, the shot guru for LeBron James.

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A LeBron fact

From Elias via ESPN: “LeBron James led the Cavaliers in points (28), rebounds (9), assists (11), steals (3) and blocks (3) in their win over the Raptors on Tuesday.” It’s only happened one other time this season.

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The Cavs frontcourt in the fourth quarter of the win over Portland

ESPN's John Hollinger points out one of the great things about this season's Cavs team: It has the versatility to play big (with Z and Shaq) and to play small (with Anderson Varejao at center), LeBron James at the "4" … Continue reading

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A Knicks fact

The last time the New York Knicks won 10 games in a month was January of 2003. And people think LeBron James is going to sign there in the offseason?

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The Hawks had a right to be angry

The Hawks had a legitimate beef in their game against the Cavs Wednesday night. For some reason the shot-clock was not re-set late in the game after the Cavs missed a shot, resulting in a rushed Atlanta possession that they … Continue reading

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The Cavs provide hope

I know this is supposed to be music day, but I can't let yesterday's Cavs win go by without acknowledging it … Some thoughts: –All season long I've been wrestling with the idea that either the Cavs were lacking one small … Continue reading

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Cavs win a close game in Philadelphia

When Wednesday's game was over and the Cavs had overcome a four-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat Philadelphia 108-101, most folks were talking about one play made by (surprise) LeBron James. It happened when he lost control of the ball as … Continue reading

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Ilgauskas gets a DNP, and LeBron comments on it

It's not too often that folks get into a verbal tiff when everyone is right and their points of view understandable. But this is what happened with the Cavs this week. Zydrunas Ilgauskas was angry he did not play against … Continue reading

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An interesting vote

Waitingfornextyear.com is taking a poll asking for a vote on LeBron's best dunk. I pick the one against Boston, a spine-tingling moment if there ever was one.

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Wow

These plays are something … even when they happen to the local guy.

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LeBron James suddenly refuses to discuss his impending free agency

My first inclination when LeBron James said he wouldn't talk anymore about free agency was to think, good for him, he shouldn't. Especially if he meant what he said about not doing so for his team. But then you get … Continue reading

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The Cavs win impressively in Orlando

Well, for one night the Cavs changes all paid off handsomely. They looked like a championship-caliber team with depth in Wednesday's impressive win in Orlando. LeBron James was his usual self, Shaquille O'Neal got Dwight Howard in early foul trouble … Continue reading

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LeBron won't talk about it, but Dwayne Wade did

"It" would be the upcoming NBA summer of free agency.

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Impressive effort by the Cavs — through three quarters

The Cavs are playing quite a game against Orlando tonight. Mo Williams has been outstanding, and the Cavs have played a very strong overall game. At this point it's 81-64 Cleveland, so don't yell at me if they lose the … Continue reading

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The Cavs return to Orlando tonight

Last I checked there is a very big Cavs game tonight in Orlando. There we get our first glimpse to see how much of a difference the addition of Shaquille O'Neal will have on the Cavs. Shaq has promised he … Continue reading

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Allen Iverson to the Cavs? Stop the madness!

Michael Wilbon writes that Allen Iverson would be perfect for the Cavaliers. To which I say: Oh Lord. Please. No

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The Cavs and DeJuan Blair

Chris Broussard of ESPN.com reports that the Cavs were very close to getting DeJuan Blair in the draft, although it still would have come after they selected Christian Eyenga with the 30th pick. One might still ask: Why not take … Continue reading

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LeBron is in New York tonight

Which calls for at least one "where is LeBron going to play" next season link.

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