The Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points as his team defeated the Orlando Magic 97-83 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff clash. This is Mitchell’s fifth consecutive game in which he scored at least 30 points, thereby tying 1 that Mitchell has scored at least 30 points, tying Alex English for the sixth-longest streak in NBA history. It is also the longest streak among active players.

“It’s all about setting a tone,” Mitchell said following his impressive performance. “This is exciting and I love it and it’s great but in the same token, this game is only one game. This is trying to set that tone but now we have to do it again and again.”

Throughout his first 45 playoff games, Mitchel has scored at least 30 points in 21 games. He played a pivotal role in lifting Cleveland to fourth position in the Eastern Conference standings during the regular season.

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All-Star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell has been playing his best basketball since joining the Cleveland Cavaliers in a trade from the Utah Jazz in 2022. But despite this, Mitchell is not sure whether his long-term future lies with the franchise.

During an interview with reporters earlier this week, Mitchell was asked whether he intends to sign an extension with the Cavs, considering he will enter the last year of his contract in 2024-25. He was non-committal, saying that he prefers to focus on other things and that he’ll “handle that” when the time comes.

“I’ve got a lot of things to focus on outside of that right now. I’ve got to focus on myself, getting back for this group, focus on us getting over this stretch, continuing to be ready when it comes time,” Mitchell said. “So, I’ll handle that when it comes. I understand you gotta ask that question, and I’ll give you the same answer.”

On the other hand, the Cavaliers seem optimistic about their chances of keeping Mitchell with the franchise for years to come. Cavs owner Dan Gilbert recently said that the franchise has already been talking with Mitchell about a new deal and that they believe he will remain in Cleveland.

“We think he will extend. I think if you listen to him talk, he loves the city,” said Gilbert via Associated Press.

Mitchell has a player option for 2025-26 but is likely to decline it considering he can make much more money if he signs an extension or tests the free agency. He is averaging 27.1 points and career-highs in rebounds (5.3) and assists (6.1) this season.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers announced on Tuesday that their star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell underwent a medical procedure to fix a nasal fracture he suffered last week. 

Mitchell was injured during a 117-103 loss to the Houston Rockets on March 16 after bumping into his teammate Tristan Thompson. According to the Cavs, Mitchell will be reevaluated in one week, after which his status will be updated. 

Mitchell has been struggling with injuries in 2023-24, missing a total of 19 games so far. He was previously out for a seven-game stretch earlier this month due to a bone bruise in his left knee. The game against the Rockets was only his second after returning to action.

When healthy, Mitchell has been the best player on the Cavaliers’ roster by far. Before going down with a nasal fracture, he was averaging 27.4 points and career highs in rebounds (5.3), assists (6.1), and steals (1.8).

The news is a major hit for the Cavaliers as they are trying to remain in the top four in Eastern Conference standings. They are currently sitting at No. 3 with a 43-25 record while being three games in front of the Orlando Magic a No. 5, and just a game behind the second-placed Milwaukee Bucks.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to part ways with their point guard Ricky Rubio. This could reportedly happen through mutual contract termination or a trade.

Rubio has been away from the team since August, deciding to take a break from basketball in order to focus on mental health. The Cavs were initially okay with keeping him on their roster, but their injury woes in recent weeks prompted them to change course.

According to Shams Charania and Joe Vardon of The Athletic, Cleveland and Rubio are currently discussing the best way to move forward. The team is dealing with several injuries and a lack of backcourt depth and would use the flexibility and a roster spot that Rubio’s departure would bring. However, the Cavs also want to “do right” by the veteran due to his contributions to the franchise.

Ricky Rubio played 33 games in the 2022-23 season with the Cavs after returning from an ACL injury. The 33-year-old player averaged 5.2 points, 2.1 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game. He is currently in the second year of a three-year, $18 million contract he signed with Cleveland in 2022.

The Cavaliers will be without starters Darius Garland and Evan Mobley for at least one month, while their All-Star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell is also dealing with a minor injury. The team is currently sixth in the Eastern Conference with a 15-10 record.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland and center Evan Mobley are both set to be sidelined for multiple weeks through injury. The injuries are a significant blow to the Cavs, with the team struggling to find form this season. The team is 13-12 and on a three-game losing streak, sitting in 9th position on the Eastern Conference standings.

Garland fractured his jaw during the Cavs’ 116-107 loss to the Boston Celtics in a collision with Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis. While Garland returned to the game after heading to the locker room for evaluation, it was determined on Friday that he would need to be sidelined after the severity of his injury came to light.

Mobley is scheduled to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and is set to miss six to eight weeks as a result. He missed four consecutive games due to his knee setback. Averaging 16 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game, Mobley has been key for the Cavs this season, with the team going 1-3 without the center this season.

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The 2023 edition of the NBA Summer League wrapped up on Monday night, with the Cleveland Cavaliers being crowned the tournament’s champions. The Cavs beat the Houston Rockets 99-78 to win the tournament for the first time in franchise history.

The Cavaliers haven’t lost a single game in their Summer League championship run.

Power forward Isaiah Mobley was the biggest star of the night, scoring 28 points and adding 11 rebounds. He had help from Sam Merrill, who had 27 points on the night, and Emoni Bates, who contributed 19 points.

Mobley, who is on a two-way contract with the Cavs, was voted the MVP of the game. He was curiously left out of the tournament’s first and second-team selections.

“I try to not worry about stuff I can’t control,” Mobley said after the game. “Do I agree with it? No, but it is what it is. I’ll take the championship over it all day.”

The Rockets, on the other hand, saw a big night from Nate Hinton, who had 18 points and 10 rebounds. Rookie Cam Whitmore put up another strong performance, scoring 14 points. Whitmore averaged 20.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and three steals in the previous five games, which got him the Summer League MVP award.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers head coach J.B. Bickerstaff will continue to serve in his position next season, the team’s president of basketball operations Koby Altman confirmed on Friday. The Cavs have decided to keep their faith in Bickerstaff despite suffering a disappointing first-round exit from the NBA Playoffs.

In what was their first playoff appearance since LeBron James left the franchise five seasons ago, the Cavs lost in five games against the New York Knicks, who appeared to easily overpower them. Bickerstaff was subsequently criticized for his strategy in the series, particularly because of the team’s apparently rash tactical changes and the overall dominance of the Knicks.

“End that speculation,” Altman said in a text message to the Associated Press in response to speculation surrounding Bickerstaff’s potential dismissal. “He’s our head coach and we have a lot of support and respect for the job he’s done.”

The Cavs enjoyed a relatively successful regular season run, winning 51 games and finishing fourth in the Eastern Conference standings. Prior to their playoff loss, the Cavaliers boasted the best defensive record in the NBA.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers star Kevin Love is currently in discussions with the team over a potential contract buyout. This comes after sources revealed that Love formally requested to be bought out on Wednesday.

The last remaining player from the Cavs’ 2016 NBA Championship-winning team, Love has spent nine seasons with the team. While he is currently in the final year of his contract with a $31.2 million salary, Love is looking to depart Cleveland after falling out of favor with the team. No longer relied upon in the Cavs’ rotation, Love has not featured in any of the team’s past 12 games.

Given that the Cavs have gone 9-3 during Love’s omission, it is unlikely that he will feature for the team again in the short term unless an injury arises. To date, Love has averaged 8.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 41 games this season.

While unusual for a team like the Cavaliers to release a veteran midway through the season, the long-shared history between Love and the Cavaliers makes it more likely for them to accept his request.

The Cavs currently rank fourth in the Eastern Conference, putting them on course to another playoff berth.

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After being unable to execute a trade for a wing player before the NBA trade deadline, the Cleveland Cavaliers found one on the buyout market. According to The Athletics Shams Charania, the Cavs will sign veteran Danny Green after the 35-year-old player finalizes his buyout from the Houston Rockets.

Green was sent to the Rockets on the trade deadline by the Memphis Grizzlies. However, it became clear that Houston didn’t want to keep him as they preferred to distribute the minutes among their younger player.

Several teams were interested in Green, including the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics, but the three-time NBA champion ended up choosing Cleveland’s one-year, $2 million offer.

Over the course of his career, Danny Green has built a reputation as an efficient three-point shooter that provides quality defense. Green spent most of his NBA career with the San Antonio Spurs, helping the franchise win a title in 2013-14 while also adding championship rings with the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Green only played three games in 2022-23 while returning from an ACL injury. He spent less than 45 minutes on the floor in total and averaged just 3.0 points per contest. However, the Cavs are convinced that Green is a player that can help them make a deep playoff run and are counting on his postseason experience to complement their young roster.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio is looking to return to the court after a year-long absence on Thursday night as his team faces off against the Portland Trail Blazers, sources reported on Wednesday. The 32-year-old is set to participate in team practice on Wednesday, and if all goes well, will feature in Thursday’s game.

Rubio has spent the past year rehabilitating from an ACL tear in his left knee. Having been traded to the Indiana Pacers at the trade deadline, Rubio returned to the Cavs during the summer as a free agent.

Known as an effective playmaker and one of the most popular team players in the league, Rubio’s return has been highly anticipated by his Cavs’ teammates.

Prior to his injury, Rubio helped the Cavs to get their campaign off to a good start last season, going 20-14. He has averaged 11.1 points and 7.6 assists in his career.

Currently, the Cavs find themselves fifth in the Eastern Conference rankings with 26-16 record. Cleveland will be hoping to heal the wounds from their close 114-116 loss to the Utah Jazz when they come up against the Trail Blazers on Thursday night.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points as his team defeated the Orlando Magic 97-83 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff clash. This is Mitchell’s fifth consecutive game in which he scored at least 30 points, thereby tying 1 that Mitchell has scored at least 30 points, tying Alex English for the sixth-longest streak in NBA history. It is also the longest streak among active players.

“It’s all about setting a tone,” Mitchell said following his impressive performance. “This is exciting and I love it and it’s great but in the same token, this game is only one game. This is trying to set that tone but now we have to do it again and again.”

Throughout his first 45 playoff games, Mitchel has scored at least 30 points in 21 games. He played a pivotal role in lifting Cleveland to fourth position in the Eastern Conference standings during the regular season.

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All-Star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell has been playing his best basketball since joining the Cleveland Cavaliers in a trade from the Utah Jazz in 2022. But despite this, Mitchell is not sure whether his long-term future lies with the franchise.

During an interview with reporters earlier this week, Mitchell was asked whether he intends to sign an extension with the Cavs, considering he will enter the last year of his contract in 2024-25. He was non-committal, saying that he prefers to focus on other things and that he’ll “handle that” when the time comes.

“I’ve got a lot of things to focus on outside of that right now. I’ve got to focus on myself, getting back for this group, focus on us getting over this stretch, continuing to be ready when it comes time,” Mitchell said. “So, I’ll handle that when it comes. I understand you gotta ask that question, and I’ll give you the same answer.”

On the other hand, the Cavaliers seem optimistic about their chances of keeping Mitchell with the franchise for years to come. Cavs owner Dan Gilbert recently said that the franchise has already been talking with Mitchell about a new deal and that they believe he will remain in Cleveland.

“We think he will extend. I think if you listen to him talk, he loves the city,” said Gilbert via Associated Press.

Mitchell has a player option for 2025-26 but is likely to decline it considering he can make much more money if he signs an extension or tests the free agency. He is averaging 27.1 points and career-highs in rebounds (5.3) and assists (6.1) this season.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers announced on Tuesday that their star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell underwent a medical procedure to fix a nasal fracture he suffered last week. 

Mitchell was injured during a 117-103 loss to the Houston Rockets on March 16 after bumping into his teammate Tristan Thompson. According to the Cavs, Mitchell will be reevaluated in one week, after which his status will be updated. 

Mitchell has been struggling with injuries in 2023-24, missing a total of 19 games so far. He was previously out for a seven-game stretch earlier this month due to a bone bruise in his left knee. The game against the Rockets was only his second after returning to action.

When healthy, Mitchell has been the best player on the Cavaliers’ roster by far. Before going down with a nasal fracture, he was averaging 27.4 points and career highs in rebounds (5.3), assists (6.1), and steals (1.8).

The news is a major hit for the Cavaliers as they are trying to remain in the top four in Eastern Conference standings. They are currently sitting at No. 3 with a 43-25 record while being three games in front of the Orlando Magic a No. 5, and just a game behind the second-placed Milwaukee Bucks.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to part ways with their point guard Ricky Rubio. This could reportedly happen through mutual contract termination or a trade.

Rubio has been away from the team since August, deciding to take a break from basketball in order to focus on mental health. The Cavs were initially okay with keeping him on their roster, but their injury woes in recent weeks prompted them to change course.

According to Shams Charania and Joe Vardon of The Athletic, Cleveland and Rubio are currently discussing the best way to move forward. The team is dealing with several injuries and a lack of backcourt depth and would use the flexibility and a roster spot that Rubio’s departure would bring. However, the Cavs also want to “do right” by the veteran due to his contributions to the franchise.

Ricky Rubio played 33 games in the 2022-23 season with the Cavs after returning from an ACL injury. The 33-year-old player averaged 5.2 points, 2.1 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game. He is currently in the second year of a three-year, $18 million contract he signed with Cleveland in 2022.

The Cavaliers will be without starters Darius Garland and Evan Mobley for at least one month, while their All-Star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell is also dealing with a minor injury. The team is currently sixth in the Eastern Conference with a 15-10 record.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland and center Evan Mobley are both set to be sidelined for multiple weeks through injury. The injuries are a significant blow to the Cavs, with the team struggling to find form this season. The team is 13-12 and on a three-game losing streak, sitting in 9th position on the Eastern Conference standings.

Garland fractured his jaw during the Cavs’ 116-107 loss to the Boston Celtics in a collision with Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis. While Garland returned to the game after heading to the locker room for evaluation, it was determined on Friday that he would need to be sidelined after the severity of his injury came to light.

Mobley is scheduled to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and is set to miss six to eight weeks as a result. He missed four consecutive games due to his knee setback. Averaging 16 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game, Mobley has been key for the Cavs this season, with the team going 1-3 without the center this season.

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The 2023 edition of the NBA Summer League wrapped up on Monday night, with the Cleveland Cavaliers being crowned the tournament’s champions. The Cavs beat the Houston Rockets 99-78 to win the tournament for the first time in franchise history.

The Cavaliers haven’t lost a single game in their Summer League championship run.

Power forward Isaiah Mobley was the biggest star of the night, scoring 28 points and adding 11 rebounds. He had help from Sam Merrill, who had 27 points on the night, and Emoni Bates, who contributed 19 points.

Mobley, who is on a two-way contract with the Cavs, was voted the MVP of the game. He was curiously left out of the tournament’s first and second-team selections.

“I try to not worry about stuff I can’t control,” Mobley said after the game. “Do I agree with it? No, but it is what it is. I’ll take the championship over it all day.”

The Rockets, on the other hand, saw a big night from Nate Hinton, who had 18 points and 10 rebounds. Rookie Cam Whitmore put up another strong performance, scoring 14 points. Whitmore averaged 20.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and three steals in the previous five games, which got him the Summer League MVP award.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers head coach J.B. Bickerstaff will continue to serve in his position next season, the team’s president of basketball operations Koby Altman confirmed on Friday. The Cavs have decided to keep their faith in Bickerstaff despite suffering a disappointing first-round exit from the NBA Playoffs.

In what was their first playoff appearance since LeBron James left the franchise five seasons ago, the Cavs lost in five games against the New York Knicks, who appeared to easily overpower them. Bickerstaff was subsequently criticized for his strategy in the series, particularly because of the team’s apparently rash tactical changes and the overall dominance of the Knicks.

“End that speculation,” Altman said in a text message to the Associated Press in response to speculation surrounding Bickerstaff’s potential dismissal. “He’s our head coach and we have a lot of support and respect for the job he’s done.”

The Cavs enjoyed a relatively successful regular season run, winning 51 games and finishing fourth in the Eastern Conference standings. Prior to their playoff loss, the Cavaliers boasted the best defensive record in the NBA.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers star Kevin Love is currently in discussions with the team over a potential contract buyout. This comes after sources revealed that Love formally requested to be bought out on Wednesday.

The last remaining player from the Cavs’ 2016 NBA Championship-winning team, Love has spent nine seasons with the team. While he is currently in the final year of his contract with a $31.2 million salary, Love is looking to depart Cleveland after falling out of favor with the team. No longer relied upon in the Cavs’ rotation, Love has not featured in any of the team’s past 12 games.

Given that the Cavs have gone 9-3 during Love’s omission, it is unlikely that he will feature for the team again in the short term unless an injury arises. To date, Love has averaged 8.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 41 games this season.

While unusual for a team like the Cavaliers to release a veteran midway through the season, the long-shared history between Love and the Cavaliers makes it more likely for them to accept his request.

The Cavs currently rank fourth in the Eastern Conference, putting them on course to another playoff berth.

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After being unable to execute a trade for a wing player before the NBA trade deadline, the Cleveland Cavaliers found one on the buyout market. According to The Athletics Shams Charania, the Cavs will sign veteran Danny Green after the 35-year-old player finalizes his buyout from the Houston Rockets.

Green was sent to the Rockets on the trade deadline by the Memphis Grizzlies. However, it became clear that Houston didn’t want to keep him as they preferred to distribute the minutes among their younger player.

Several teams were interested in Green, including the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics, but the three-time NBA champion ended up choosing Cleveland’s one-year, $2 million offer.

Over the course of his career, Danny Green has built a reputation as an efficient three-point shooter that provides quality defense. Green spent most of his NBA career with the San Antonio Spurs, helping the franchise win a title in 2013-14 while also adding championship rings with the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Green only played three games in 2022-23 while returning from an ACL injury. He spent less than 45 minutes on the floor in total and averaged just 3.0 points per contest. However, the Cavs are convinced that Green is a player that can help them make a deep playoff run and are counting on his postseason experience to complement their young roster.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio is looking to return to the court after a year-long absence on Thursday night as his team faces off against the Portland Trail Blazers, sources reported on Wednesday. The 32-year-old is set to participate in team practice on Wednesday, and if all goes well, will feature in Thursday’s game.

Rubio has spent the past year rehabilitating from an ACL tear in his left knee. Having been traded to the Indiana Pacers at the trade deadline, Rubio returned to the Cavs during the summer as a free agent.

Known as an effective playmaker and one of the most popular team players in the league, Rubio’s return has been highly anticipated by his Cavs’ teammates.

Prior to his injury, Rubio helped the Cavs to get their campaign off to a good start last season, going 20-14. He has averaged 11.1 points and 7.6 assists in his career.

Currently, the Cavs find themselves fifth in the Eastern Conference rankings with 26-16 record. Cleveland will be hoping to heal the wounds from their close 114-116 loss to the Utah Jazz when they come up against the Trail Blazers on Thursday night.

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