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5 keys for Cavs to beat Knicks in Round 1 of NBA Playoffs
The Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks are locked in as the No. 4 versus No. 5 matchup in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. There are some interesting storylines between these two teams, starting with the fact that both pursued All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell in the trade market this past offseason.
NBA executive prefers Tom Thibodeau to J.B. Bickerstaff but picks Cavs to beat Knicks in 7 games
With the first-round playoff series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks set to begin in just a couple days, fans and experts alike are comparing the two teams to try to predict who will win the series. According to one NBA executive, the Knicks have the upper hand...
Paul Pierce says Richard Jefferson was most overrated player he ever played against
Paul Pierce and Richard Jefferson faced off against one another plenty of times during their NBA careers and seem to have some beef going on now. Pierce added a bit of fuel to the fire recently by saying that Jefferson is the most overrated player he has ever played against. The Hall of Famer did say Jefferson’s name while laughing, so perhaps it’s just a bit of a playful jab at the former Cleveland Cavaliers champion.
Report: Julius Randle still not full participant in practice ahead of Game 1 between Cavs and Knicks
New York Knicks All-Star forward Julius Randle did not participate in the contact portions of the team’s practice on Tuesday. Randle did “some running, shooting, scripting, that sort of thing,” according to Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau. It was reported on Monday that Randle is targeting Game...
Fascinating wrinkle could negatively affect Donovan Mitchell’s All-NBA First Team chances
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell is in a good spot to earn an All-NBA selection for his performance in the 2022-23 season, but he may have a hard time making All-NBA First Team. In this season’s All-NBA ballot, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has guard eligibility and Denver Nuggets star...
Mitchell Robinson claps back at notion that Cavs will be threat to Knicks due to their frontcourt
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson showed confidence in his team when asked about the Cleveland Cavaliers’ starting frontcourt of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Robinson believes that the Knicks have the big men to deal with Cleveland’s frontcourt, which is bigger than most of the other ones across the league.
Report: Julius Randle targeting return for Game 1 of Cavs-Knicks playoff series
New York Knicks All-Star forward Julius Randle reportedly is targeting Game 1 of the Knicks’ playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers for his return from a sprained ankle. Randle suffered the ankle injury on March 29 against the Miami Heat. The team announced that he’d be re-evaluated in two...
J.B. Bickerstaff breaks silence on upcoming Cavs-Knicks playoff series
The Cleveland Cavaliers have officially ended their playoff drought and will be entering the bracket in the Eastern Conference as the No. 4 seed. While there are a lot of reasons to celebrate, the work is far from over. Cavs head coach J.B. Bickerstaff recently discussed the team the Cavs will face off against in the first round of the playoffs, the New York Knicks.
Isaiah Mobley reveals hilarious encouragement his brother Evan gave him during his career night vs. Magic
Cleveland Cavaliers two-way big man Isaiah Mobley hasn’t gotten much playing time in the NBA this season, but he got a nice chance to shine on Thursday night against the Orlando Magic. With the Cavs having locked up the No. 4 seed, plenty of rotation players got some good...
Report: Isaac Okoro dealing with bone bruise in left knee, could play if needed
Cleveland Cavaliers wing Isaac Okoro is dealing with a bone bruise in his left knee, according to The Athletic’s Kelsey Russo. “Okoro, who missed his fourth consecutive game Tuesday, is dealing with a bone bruise in his left knee, a team source confirmed to The Athletic,” Russo wrote.
Darius Garland unable to contain himself as Donovan Mitchell continues streak of 40-point games: ‘This s—t‘s crazy’
Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell is on an absolute tear right now, as he’s scored 40 or more points in four consecutive games. After Mitchell’s latest outing, which was a 43-point effort against the Orlando Magic, Cavs point guard Darius Garland spoke about the stretch his teammate is currently on.
Jalen Rose picks Cavs to take down Knicks in 1st round of playoffs
In the opinion of ESPN’s Jalen Rose, the Cleveland Cavaliers will end up defeating the New York Knicks in the two team’s likely first-round playoff matchup later this month. Rose appeared on the network’s “Get Up” morning program and offered his reasoning why the Cavaliers will emerge from...
Report: Cavs ‘hopeful’ Isaac Okoro can return for regular season finale vs. Hornets
A new report indicates that the Cleveland Cavaliers are hoping that small forward Isaac Okoro will be able to play in the team’s regular season finale on Sunday. Sam Amico of HoopsWire.com noted that the Cavaliers would like to see Okoro simply get back into game action as the team gets set to compete in the postseason.
Darius Garland showers ‘legendary’ Donovan Mitchell with praise after he bumps LeBron James in Cavs history books
Cleveland Cavaliers legend LeBron James holds countless spots in the organization’s history books, but thanks to current Cavs star Donovan Mitchell, James now holds one less record in Cleveland. Mitchell posted his third consecutive 40-point game on Sunday, giving him 12 on the season. That now puts Mitchell atop...
J.B. Bickerstaff issues concerning message regarding Isaac Okoro’s availability heading into playoffs
Cleveland Cavaliers small forward Isaac Okoro has missed three straight games with a knee issue, and as much as fans would like to think that the 22-year-old will be back before the 2023 NBA Playoffs begin, Cavs head coach J.B. Bickerstaff isn’t committing to anything. For that reason, it’s...
Report: New CBA deal between NBA and NBPA includes detail that favors Cavs
The Cleveland Cavaliers may be among those who are happy with how the new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between the NBA and National Basketball Players Association has turned out. Some details about the CBA have emerged, and one of them shows that the Cavs can benefit from it in that...
Donovan Mitchell says he wants Cavs to play Knicks in playoffs
Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell did not shy away from stating that he wants to face the New York Knicks in the coming playoffs. “It’s full circle,” the 26-year-old guard said. “You wouldn’t want it any other way. What kid wouldn’t want to play against his hometown team in the playoffs? I think for me, I wouldn’t want it any other way. It’s a storybook ending — it’s not ending, but it’s a storyline. Something that’s really special and near and dear to me, being able to play in a playoff game in front of my friends and family, the team that I grew up watching.”
Donovan Mitchell says refs started treating Cavs-Knicks matchup like playoff game: ‘It opened some of our guys’ eyes’
If Friday night was any indication, the Cleveland Cavaliers are likely in for a doozy of a first-round playoff series. The Cavs hosted the New York Knicks and were dealt a 130-116 loss. Following the contest, Cavs star Donovan Mitchell discussed how the game was an eye-opening experience for some Cavs players.
Donovan Mitchell says Evan Mobley should be DPOY: ‘I’ve played with a 3-time DPOY, so I know what it looks like’
Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell showed some major support for his teammate Evan Mobley to win Defensive Player of the Year. Mitchell, who played alongside three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert with the Utah Jazz, believes that Mobley should win the award this season. Milwaukee Bucks center Brook...
Darius Garland discusses importance of upcoming Cavs game vs. Knicks
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland recently explained the importance of Friday night’s game against the New York Knicks. The Cavs, who currently have the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference, are four games up on the No. 5-seeded Knicks. New York has just five games left in the season, so Cleveland would clinch a top-four seed in the conference with a win on Friday night.
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