http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:12 GMT en-us hourly 1 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). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/06/cavaliers-beat-memphis-142-126/stories/20260406109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/06/cavaliers-beat-memphis-142-126/stories/20260406109#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:15:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/06/cavaliers-beat-memphis-142-126/stories/20260406109 MEMPHIS — Evan Mobley scored 24 points, Dennis Schroder had 22 points and 11 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Memphis 142-126 on Monday night despite the Grizzlies tying the NBA single-game record with 29 3-pointers. Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley dunks. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis (14) handles the ball against Memphis Grizzlies forward Tyler Burton Jr., left. Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II, center, reacts. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/05/Donovan-Mitchell-scores-38-points-playoff-bound-Cavaliers-beat-Pacers-117-108-1/stories/20260405137 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/05/Donovan-Mitchell-scores-38-points-playoff-bound-Cavaliers-beat-Pacers-117-108-1/stories/20260405137#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2026 01:35:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/05/Donovan-Mitchell-scores-38-points-playoff-bound-Cavaliers-beat-Pacers-117-108-1/stories/20260405137 CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 23 of his 38 points in the second half, James Harden had 28 points and seven assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the injury-plagued Indiana Pacers 117-108 on Sunday night. Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson (29) is fouled by Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell, right. Indiana Pacers center Micah Potter (11) dunks next to Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant, right. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) knocks the ball away from Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/21/donovan-mitchell-james-harden-power-cavaliers-past-pelicans-111-106/stories/20260321115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/21/donovan-mitchell-james-harden-power-cavaliers-past-pelicans-111-106/stories/20260321115#comments Sun, 22 Mar 2026 03:10:06 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/21/donovan-mitchell-james-harden-power-cavaliers-past-pelicans-111-106/stories/20260321115 NEW ORLEANS — Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points and James Harden, held scoreless in the first half, added 20 second-half points to power the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 111-106 comeback victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) passes around New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) loses the ball as he is fouled while driving to the basket. New Orleans Pelicans guard Saddiq Bey (41) works the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schroder (8). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/19/james-harden-scores-36-cavaliers-hang-on-beat-bulls-115-110/stories/20260319114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/19/james-harden-scores-36-cavaliers-hang-on-beat-bulls-115-110/stories/20260319114#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2026 03:04:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/19/james-harden-scores-36-cavaliers-hang-on-beat-bulls-115-110/stories/20260319114 CHICAGO — James Harden scored 36, Evan Mobley added 26 points and 14 rebounds and Cleveland hung on to beat the Chicago Bulls 115-110 on Thursday night even though Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell missed the game because of a bruised left eye. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1), right, handles the ball as Chicago Bulls guard Tre Jones (30) defends. Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14), left, handles the ball as Cleveland Cavaliers forward Nae'qwan Tomlin (35) defends. Chicago Bulls center Nick Richards, left, and Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley, front right, fall on the court. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/15/mavericks-bounce-back-130-120-victory-over-cavaliers/stories/20260315138 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/15/mavericks-bounce-back-130-120-victory-over-cavaliers/stories/20260315138#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:22:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/15/mavericks-bounce-back-130-120-victory-over-cavaliers/stories/20260315138 CLEVELAND — Cooper Flagg scored 27 points, Naji Marshall added 25 and the Dallas Mavericks bounced back from a 33-point loss to Cleveland two days ago to defeat the Cavaliers 130-120 on Sunday afternoon. Dallas Mavericks forward Khris Middleton (20) shoots over Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) shoots over Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00). Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) goes to the basket past Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall, right. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/13/evan-mobley-scores-29-points-cavaliers-rou-mavericks-138-105/stories/20260313132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/13/evan-mobley-scores-29-points-cavaliers-rou-mavericks-138-105/stories/20260313132#comments Sat, 14 Mar 2026 02:58:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/13/evan-mobley-scores-29-points-cavaliers-rou-mavericks-138-105/stories/20260313132 DALLAS — Evan Mobley matched his season high with 29 points, Donovan Mitchell had 24 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Dallas Mavericks 138-105 on Friday night in the opener of a home-and-home series. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell dribbles up court against the Dallas Mavericks. Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) works against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden works the floor against the Dallas Mavericks. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/09/james-harden-scores-21-joins-29000-point-club-cavaliers-115-101-win-over-76ers/stories/20260309110 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/09/james-harden-scores-21-joins-29000-point-club-cavaliers-115-101-win-over-76ers/stories/20260309110#comments Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:33:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/09/james-harden-scores-21-joins-29000-point-club-cavaliers-115-101-win-over-76ers/stories/20260309110 CLEVELAND — James Harden scored 21 points to become the ninth player in NBA history with more than 29,000 career points, Keon Ellis added 19 off the bench, and the Cleveland Cavaliers cruised to a 115-101 victory over the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) shoots as Philadelphia 76ers forward Trendon Watford (12) defends and teammate Donovan Mitchell, left, looks on. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) shoots over Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5). Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) shoots as Philadelphia 76ers forward Dominick Barlow, left, defends. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/08/jaylen-brown-23-points-nine-rebounds-eight-assists-celtics-beat-cavs/stories/20260308108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/08/jaylen-brown-23-points-nine-rebounds-eight-assists-celtics-beat-cavs/stories/20260308108#comments Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:10:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/08/jaylen-brown-23-points-nine-rebounds-eight-assists-celtics-beat-cavs/stories/20260308108 CLEVELAND — Jaylen Brown scored 23 points and Jayson Tatum had 20 in his second game back from a torn right Achilles, lifting the Boston Celtics to a 109-98 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in a battle of Eastern Conference contenders on Sunday afternoon. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) dribbles beside Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum celebrates his 3-point basket. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) drives to the basket. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/03/jalen-tyson-james-harden-lead-cavs-past-pistons/stories/20260303122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/03/jalen-tyson-james-harden-lead-cavs-past-pistons/stories/20260303122#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 03:02:46 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/03/jalen-tyson-james-harden-lead-cavs-past-pistons/stories/20260303122 CLEVELAND — Jaylon Tyson scored 22 points, James Harden added 18 and the Cleveland Cavaliers avenged a recent loss in Detroit by beating the East-leading Pistons 113-109 on Tuesday night despite playing without injured star Donovan Mitchell. Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) shoots as Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart (28) defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on March 3. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) shoots as Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on March 3. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis (14) goes to the basket past Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II (5) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on March 3. Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) reaches for a rebound with Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on March 3. Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II, left, reaches for the ball with Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis, right, in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on March 3. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren, center, shoots between Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis, left, guard James Harden (1) and center Thomas Bryant, right, in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on March 3. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/01/harden-scores-22-points-broken-thumb-leads-cavaliers-over-nets-106-102/stories/20260301111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/01/harden-scores-22-points-broken-thumb-leads-cavaliers-over-nets-106-102/stories/20260301111#comments Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:14:08 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/03/01/harden-scores-22-points-broken-thumb-leads-cavaliers-over-nets-106-102/stories/20260301111 NEW YORK — James Harden scored 22 points in his return to the lineup with a broken thumb and the Cleveland Cavaliers snapped a two-game skid with a 106-102 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) fights for control of the ball with Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (17). Brooklyn Nets guard Nolan Traore, left, drives past Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1). Brooklyn Nets forward Danny Wolf (2) attempts to drives past Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schroder (8). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/25/Cavaliers-pull-away-in-second-half-for-109-94-victory-over-Knicks-1/stories/20260225092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/25/Cavaliers-pull-away-in-second-half-for-109-94-victory-over-Knicks-1/stories/20260225092#comments Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:05:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/25/Cavaliers-pull-away-in-second-half-for-109-94-victory-over-Knicks-1/stories/20260225092 CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 23 points, James Harden added 20 and the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled away in the second half for a 109-94 victory over the New York Knicks on Tuesday night. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts after dunking in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks in Cleveland on Feb. 24. Cleveland Browns' Myles Garrett, left, talks with Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson, right in the first half of an NBA basketball game between the New York Knicks and the Cavaliers in Cleveland on Feb. 24. Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) dunks in front of New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on Feb. 24. New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) shoots between Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley, left, and center Jarrett Allen (31) in the first half of an NBA basketball game in Cleveland on Feb. 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/22/short-handed-thunder-hit-21-3s-beat-cavaliers-121-113/stories/20260222151 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/22/short-handed-thunder-hit-21-3s-beat-cavaliers-121-113/stories/20260222151#comments Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:37:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/22/short-handed-thunder-hit-21-3s-beat-cavaliers-121-113/stories/20260222151 OKLAHOMA CITY — Isaiah Joe scored 22 points and Cason Wallace added 20 points and 10 assists to help the short-handed Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-113 on Sunday. Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley dunks. Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley, right, shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren, left. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace, left, goes up to shoot near Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/20/donovan-mitchell-scores-32-points-cavaliers-beat-hornets-118-113/stories/20260220125 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/20/donovan-mitchell-scores-32-points-cavaliers-beat-hornets-118-113/stories/20260220125#comments Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:30:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/02/20/donovan-mitchell-scores-32-points-cavaliers-beat-hornets-118-113/stories/20260220125 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Donovan Mitchell scored 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter and the streaking Cleveland Cavaliers held off the Charlotte Hornets 118-113 on Friday night for their seventh straight victory and 12th win in 13 games. Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball, front right, drives between Cleveland Cavaliers guards James Harden, left, and Sam Merrill, back right. Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, right, drives against Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner, left. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell, left, looks to pass the ball against Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppe, right.