http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:19 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/25/cavaliers-overwhelmed-in-game-4-by-knicks-who-sweep-series-and-send-cleveland/stories/20260525099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/25/cavaliers-overwhelmed-in-game-4-by-knicks-who-sweep-series-and-send-cleveland/stories/20260525099#comments Tue, 26 May 2026 10:24:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/25/cavaliers-overwhelmed-in-game-4-by-knicks-who-sweep-series-and-send-cleveland/stories/20260525099 CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers finally got past the second round and face-planted in the Eastern Conference finals. New York Knicks forward Og Anunoby (8) defense against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) during the first half of Game 4 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series in Cleveland, May 25. New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (23) and Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) battle for the ball during the first half of Game 4 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series in Cleveland, May 25. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) collides with New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) during the first half of Game 4 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series in Cleveland May 25. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden reacts to a call during the first half of Game 4 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series against the New York Knicks in Cleveland, May 25. Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson yells from the sideline during the first half of Game 4 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series against the New York Knicks in Cleveland, May 25. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/23/cavs-knicks-game-3/stories/20260523111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/23/cavs-knicks-game-3/stories/20260523111#comments Sun, 24 May 2026 03:54:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/23/cavs-knicks-game-3/stories/20260523111 CLEVELAND — Jalen Brunson scored 30 points, Mikal Bridges added 22 and the New York Knicks moved within one game of their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999 with a121-108 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night. New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) defends against Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31). Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce talk with Ahmaad Crump, Cleveland Cavaliers' arena host, during a timeout. New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/22/cavaliers-seek-more-evan-mobley-east-finals-shift-cleveland-game-3/stories/20260522093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/22/cavaliers-seek-more-evan-mobley-east-finals-shift-cleveland-game-3/stories/20260522093#comments Fri, 22 May 2026 21:58:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/22/cavaliers-seek-more-evan-mobley-east-finals-shift-cleveland-game-3/stories/20260522093 If the Cleveland Cavaliers are going to dig out of another 2-0 playoff series deficit, they’ll need Evan Mobley to be more aggressive. Cleveland Cavaliers' Evan Mobley, right, drives past New York Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns during the first half of Game 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/21/hart-knicks-take-command-with-game-2-win-over-cavaliers/stories/20260522069 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/21/hart-knicks-take-command-with-game-2-win-over-cavaliers/stories/20260522069#comments Fri, 22 May 2026 03:11:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/21/hart-knicks-take-command-with-game-2-win-over-cavaliers/stories/20260522069 NEW YORK — Josh Hart scored a playoff career-high 26 points, Jalen Brunson had 19 points and 14 assists, and the New York Knicks moved halfway to their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999 by beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-93 on Thursday night. New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) is blocked by Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) during the second half of Game 2 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series, May 21, 2026, in New York. New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson (11) drives past Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell (45), Evan Mobley (4) and Jarrett Allen (31) during the second half of Game 2 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series, May 21, 2026, in New York. New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) shoots during the second half of Game 2 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, May 21, 2026, in New York. New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (23) dunks past Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) during the second half of Game 2 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series, May 21, 2026, in New York. New York Knicks forward Og Anunoby (8) and center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) fight for control of the ball with Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) and forward Dean Wade (32) during the second half of Game 2 in the Eastern Conference finals NBA basketball playoffs series, May 21, 2026, in New York. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/20/harden-knicks-brunson-knicks-cavs-veteran-improbable-comeback/stories/20260520089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/20/harden-knicks-brunson-knicks-cavs-veteran-improbable-comeback/stories/20260520089#comments Wed, 20 May 2026 16:18:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/20/harden-knicks-brunson-knicks-cavs-veteran-improbable-comeback/stories/20260520089 NEW YORK — James Harden could not stop Jalen Brunson down the stretch and did not have enough offensively to make up for it. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) reacts after giving a foul to New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25). New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson, bottom, drives past Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden. New York Knicks' Mikal Bridges, left, covers Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden. Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden, bottom left, fouls New York Knicks' Og Anunoby. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/18/knicks-cavaliers-open-east-finals-madison-square-garden/stories/20260518109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/18/knicks-cavaliers-open-east-finals-madison-square-garden/stories/20260518109#comments Tue, 19 May 2026 02:19:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/18/knicks-cavaliers-open-east-finals-madison-square-garden/stories/20260518109 GREENBURGH, N.Y. — Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers were sent to face Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks in a nationally televised season opener and again to kick off Christmas, NBA schedule makers clearly viewing that as the Eastern Conference's marquee matchup. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) celebrates as he walks off the court. New York Knicks' Miles McBride, left, and Jalen Brunson celebrate. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/18/cavs-donovan-mitchell-breaks-through-conference-finals-for-first-time/stories/20260518078 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/18/cavs-donovan-mitchell-breaks-through-conference-finals-for-first-time/stories/20260518078#comments Mon, 18 May 2026 18:03:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/18/cavs-donovan-mitchell-breaks-through-conference-finals-for-first-time/stories/20260518078 Donovan Mitchell is going home after Round 2 of the playoffs again. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell hugs head coach Kenny Atkinson as he leaves the game against the Detroit Pistons during the fourth quarter. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) drives past Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7) for a shot. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) collides with Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) while trying to move the ball. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/17/mitchell-scores-26-cavaliers-rout-pistons-125-94-game-7/stories/20260517116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/17/mitchell-scores-26-cavaliers-rout-pistons-125-94-game-7/stories/20260517116#comments Mon, 18 May 2026 03:30:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/17/mitchell-scores-26-cavaliers-rout-pistons-125-94-game-7/stories/20260517116 DETROIT — Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill each added 23 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 125-94 on Sunday night in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference finals. Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (8) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) with Pistons center Jalen Duren, right, helping on the play. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1). Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) takes a shot against Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/12/from-4-points-to-tying-a-playoff-record-with-a-39-point-half-donovan-mitchell/stories/20260512080 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/12/from-4-points-to-tying-a-playoff-record-with-a-39-point-half-donovan-mitchell/stories/20260512080#comments Tue, 12 May 2026 14:52:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/12/from-4-points-to-tying-a-playoff-record-with-a-39-point-half-donovan-mitchell/stories/20260512080 CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell had his worst first half in a playoff game since joining the Cleveland Cavaliers in September 2022. Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell (45) gestures after hitting a three-point basket in the second half of Game 4 of a second-round NBA basketball playoff series against the Detroit Pistons on May 11 in Cleveland. Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell (45) shoots between Detroit Pistons' Caris LeVert, left, and Ausar Thompson, right, in the second half of Game 4 of a second-round NBA basketball playoff series May 11 in Cleveland. Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell, right, is fouled by Detroit Pistons' Javonte Green (31) in the first half of Game 4 of a second-round NBA basketball playoff series May 11 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/03/allen-ties-career-high-22-points-cavaliers-beat-raptors-114-102-advance/stories/20260503138 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/03/allen-ties-career-high-22-points-cavaliers-beat-raptors-114-102-advance/stories/20260503138#comments Mon, 04 May 2026 02:53:44 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/03/allen-ties-career-high-22-points-cavaliers-beat-raptors-114-102-advance/stories/20260503138 CLEVELAND — Jarrett Allen tied his playoff career high with 22 points and grabbed 19 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals with a 114-102 victory over the Toronto Raptors in Game 7 of their series Sunday night. Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) shoots next to Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (12). Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) is fouled by Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell, right. Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) in the first half. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/01/barrett-hits-winning-3-pointer-ot-raptors-force-game-7/stories/20260501128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/01/barrett-hits-winning-3-pointer-ot-raptors-force-game-7/stories/20260501128#comments Sat, 02 May 2026 02:58:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/05/01/barrett-hits-winning-3-pointer-ot-raptors-force-game-7/stories/20260501128 TORONTO — RJ Barrett hit a 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds remaining in overtime and the Toronto Raptors pushed their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series to a seventh game by beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 112-110 on Friday night. Toronto Raptors' Scottie Barnes celebrates after a play. Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden (1) drives past Toronto Raptors' Jamison Battle, right. Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden (1) is surround by Toronto Raptors. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/29/cavaliers-beat-raptors-to-take-3-2-series-lead/stories/20260429112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/29/cavaliers-beat-raptors-to-take-3-2-series-lead/stories/20260429112#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:34:54 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/29/cavaliers-beat-raptors-to-take-3-2-series-lead/stories/20260429112 CLEVELAND — Dennis Schroder scored 11 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, Evan Mobley hit a pair of pivotal 3-pointers in the final period and finished with 23 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for a 125-120 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night in Game 5 of their first-round series. Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram drives on Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley during the first half in Game 5. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell reacts after making a three point basket during the first half in Game 5. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson passes as Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl, left, defends during the first half in Game 5. Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead reacts after making a three point basket during the first half in Game 5. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden goes to the basket against Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes during the first half in Game 5. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/26/barnes-ingram-score-23-points-apiece-raptors-beat-cavaliers-93-89/stories/20260426114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/26/barnes-ingram-score-23-points-apiece-raptors-beat-cavaliers-93-89/stories/20260426114#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:44:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/26/barnes-ingram-score-23-points-apiece-raptors-beat-cavaliers-93-89/stories/20260426114 TORONTO — Scottie Barnes hit the go-ahead free throws in the final minute and scored 23 points, Brandon Ingram also added 23 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 93-89 on Sunday, tying the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at two games apiece. Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) reacts after making a basket as Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) looks on. Fans react after Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram, front, made a 3-point basket in the final minutes of the first half of Game 4. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) tries to get around Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes, right, during the first half of Game 4. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/21/cavaliers-big-3-of-mitchell-harden-and-mobley-come-up-big-in-game-2-win-raptors/stories/20260421083 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/21/cavaliers-big-3-of-mitchell-harden-and-mobley-come-up-big-in-game-2-win-raptors/stories/20260421083#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:14:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/21/cavaliers-big-3-of-mitchell-harden-and-mobley-come-up-big-in-game-2-win-raptors/stories/20260421083 CLEVELAND — After not playing together much in the regular season, the Cleveland Cavaliers' new big three came up big in their first major playoff test. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) drives past Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett, left, in the second half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series in Cleveland on April 20. Toronto Raptors guard Ja'kobe Walter (14) and Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reach for the ball in the second half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series in Cleveland on April 20. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden, center, keeps the ball fron Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes, right, in the second half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series in Cleveland on April 20. Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) dunks next to Toronto Raptors guard Ja'kobe Walter, right, in the second half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series in Cleveland on April 20. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/20/mitchell-scores-30-harden-adds-28-as-cavaliers-beat-raptors-115-105-for-2-0-seri/stories/20260420112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/20/mitchell-scores-30-harden-adds-28-as-cavaliers-beat-raptors-115-105-for-2-0-seri/stories/20260420112#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:31:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/20/mitchell-scores-30-harden-adds-28-as-cavaliers-beat-raptors-115-105-for-2-0-seri/stories/20260420112 CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points, James Harden added 28 and the Cleveland Cavaliers held on for a 115-105 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night for a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) gestures to the crowd. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) shoots over Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23). Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (12) grabs a rebound next to Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/18/mitchell-scores-32-cavaliers-defeat-raptors-126-113-game-1/stories/20260418100 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/18/mitchell-scores-32-cavaliers-defeat-raptors-126-113-game-1/stories/20260418100#comments Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:29:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/18/mitchell-scores-32-cavaliers-defeat-raptors-126-113-game-1/stories/20260418100 CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 32 points, Max Strus had 24 off the bench and the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors 126-113 on Saturday in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell reacts after an assist during the first half in Game 1. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus looks to pass whil being guarded by Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead during the first half in Game 1. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden reacts after being called for a foul during the first half in Game 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/cavaliers-bolstered-harden-trade-are-different-team-than-raptors-last-faced/stories/20260417131 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/cavaliers-bolstered-harden-trade-are-different-team-than-raptors-last-faced/stories/20260417131#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:37:07 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/cavaliers-bolstered-harden-trade-are-different-team-than-raptors-last-faced/stories/20260417131 CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers last faced the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 24. Considering the changes the Cavaliers have gone through, the nearly five-month gap might seem more like five seasons. Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell, who did not dress for the game, shoots during a timeout in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards in Cleveland on April 12. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) dribbles against Atlanta Hawks guard Gabe Vincent (4) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 10 in Atlanta. Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) slam dunks the ball during first half NBA basketball action against the Brooklyn Nets, in Toronto on April 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/james-harden-chases-ring-cavaliers-playoffs-raptors/stories/20260417100 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/james-harden-chases-ring-cavaliers-playoffs-raptors/stories/20260417100#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:14:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/james-harden-chases-ring-cavaliers-playoffs-raptors/stories/20260417100 CLEVELAND — James Harden has amassed many accomplishments during his career, which will likely include a place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) handles the ball as Chicago Bulls guard Tre Jones (30) defends during the second half March 19 in Chicago. Cleveland Cavaliers' James Harden looks on during the first half against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 17 in Milwaukee. Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson calls out from the bench towards guard James Harden (1) in the first half March 21 in New Orleans. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) dribbles against Atlanta Hawks guard Gabe Vincent (4) during the first half April 10 in Atlanta. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/12/tomlin-scores-career-high-26-cavaliers-defeat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260412138 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/12/tomlin-scores-career-high-26-cavaliers-defeat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260412138#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:50:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/12/tomlin-scores-career-high-26-cavaliers-defeat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260412138 CLEVELAND — Nae’Qwan Tomlin scored a career-high 26 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers led wire-to-wire, defeating the Washington Wizards 130-117 Sunday in the regular-season finale for both teams. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (2) dunks next to Washington Wizards guard Jamir Watkins (5). Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell, who did not dress for the game, shoots during a timeout. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) shoots as Washington Wizards guard Jaden Hardy (8) defends. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/10/hawks-clinch-playoff-spot-southeast-division-behind-29-points/stories/20260410138 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/10/hawks-clinch-playoff-spot-southeast-division-behind-29-points/stories/20260410138#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:37:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/10/hawks-clinch-playoff-spot-southeast-division-behind-29-points/stories/20260410138 ATLANTA — CJ McCollum scored 29 points and the Atlanta Hawks used a big third quarter to blow out the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-102 on Friday night, clinching a playoff spot and the Southeast Division title. Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) reacts. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson, center, drives to the basket against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels, left, and forward Jonathan Kuminga, right. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) dunks against Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye, center left, and guard Dyson Daniels (5).