NEW!1,720sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers announced that they will recognize June 19, also known as Juneteenth, as an annual paid holiday for the entire organization. It will go into effect this Friday.Juneteenth -- sometimes referred to as Freedom Day -- commemorates African American freedom. On June 19, 1865, Union general Gordon Granger read federal orders in Galveston, Texas, that all previously enslaved people in Texas were free.In 2006, Ohio began recognizing Juneteenth as a holiday.As part of Friday’s celebration, the Cavaliers are encouraging everyone, including...…NEW!1,720sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers announced that they will recognize June 19, also known as Juneteenth, as an annual paid holiday for the entire organization. It will go into effect this Friday.Juneteenth -- sometimes referred to as Freedom Day -- commemorates African American freedom. On June 19, 1865, Union general Gordon Granger read federal orders in Galveston, Texas, that all previously enslaved people in Texas were free.In 2006, Ohio began recognizing Juneteenth as a holiday.As part of Friday’s celebration, the Cavaliers are encouraging everyone, including...WW…

NEW!119sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- Oftentimes stats don’t tell the entire story.That’s the case when it comes to Cleveland Cavaliers rookie point guard Darius Garland, who ranked as the league’s worst player this season. Buy Cavs gear: , , ,Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.…NEW!119sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- Oftentimes stats don’t tell the entire story.That’s the case when it comes to Cleveland Cavaliers rookie point guard Darius Garland, who ranked as the league’s worst player this season. Buy Cavs gear: , , ,Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.WW…

NEW!CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Brock Aller, the Cleveland Cavaliers senior director of basketball operations who has interviewed with the New York Knicks and is weighing an offer to join their front office, is preparing for anything.Aller, like so many other executives, had been anticipating a league-wide salary-cap drop for the 2020-21 season because of Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey’s tweet about China, which impacted the relationship between that country and the NBA and cost the league some revenue. Now teams are expecting the projected cap number to decrease even more as a result...…NEW!CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Brock Aller, the Cleveland Cavaliers senior director of basketball operations who has interviewed with the New York Knicks and is weighing an offer to join their front office, is preparing for anything.Aller, like so many other executives, had been anticipating a league-wide salary-cap drop for the 2020-21 season because of Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey’s tweet about China, which impacted the relationship between that country and the NBA and cost the league some revenue. Now teams are expecting the projected cap number to decrease even more as a result...WW…

NEW!283sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers’ request for more fans at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse has been approved.Ohio Department of Health Director Stephanie McCloud, who works for Governor Mike DeWine’s administration, informed the Cavaliers in a letter Tuesday afternoon that they will be granted a variance, allowing 1,944 spectators total, which is 10% of the arena’s capacity. Buy Cavs gear: , , ,Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.…NEW!283sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers’ request for more fans at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse has been approved.Ohio Department of Health Director Stephanie McCloud, who works for Governor Mike DeWine’s administration, informed the Cavaliers in a letter Tuesday afternoon that they will be granted a variance, allowing 1,944 spectators total, which is 10% of the arena’s capacity. Buy Cavs gear: , , ,Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.WW…

Facebook ShareTwitter ShareBy CLEVELAND, Ohio -- On Nov. 4, nearly two months before their regular-season opener at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, the Cavaliers submitted a variance request in response to the order that limits the number of fans allowed at indoor sports venues.In the letter written by Cavs CEO Len Komoroski to the Interim Director and Deputy Director of the Ohio Department of Health, Komoroski asked for an allowance of 4,596 people -- 23.65% of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse’s typical 19,432-person maximum.The Cavs estimate approximately 385 staff members to execute events safely...…Facebook ShareTwitter ShareBy CLEVELAND, Ohio -- On Nov. 4, nearly two months before their regular-season opener at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, the Cavaliers submitted a variance request in response to the order that limits the number of fans allowed at indoor sports venues.In the letter written by Cavs CEO Len Komoroski to the Interim Director and Deputy Director of the Ohio Department of Health, Komoroski asked for an allowance of 4,596 people -- 23.65% of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse’s typical 19,432-person maximum.The Cavs estimate approximately 385 staff members to execute events safely...WW…

NEW!CLEVELAND, Ohio -- As the Cavaliers were brainstorming design ideas for their 2020-21 City Edition jerseys almost two years ago, they wanted something that celebrated Cleveland.Last year’s threads tied 50 years of Cavaliers basketball together. This time, it was about the city.In the birthplace of rock and roll, the City Edition uniform features a design and style with intricate details that reflect the attitude, spirit and history of Cleveland’s deep musical roots.“At its heart, Cleveland is a rock and roll city in a passionate sports town,” said Tracy Marek, the Cavaliers’ chief...…NEW!CLEVELAND, Ohio -- As the Cavaliers were brainstorming design ideas for their 2020-21 City Edition jerseys almost two years ago, they wanted something that celebrated Cleveland.Last year’s threads tied 50 years of Cavaliers basketball together. This time, it was about the city.In the birthplace of rock and roll, the City Edition uniform features a design and style with intricate details that reflect the attitude, spirit and history of Cleveland’s deep musical roots.“At its heart, Cleveland is a rock and roll city in a passionate sports town,” said Tracy Marek, the Cavaliers’ chief...WW…

NEW!227sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- In a year of uncertainty, there’s nothing that could happen in Wednesday’s NBA Draft that would be a surprise. Not the Minnesota Timberwolves trading out of the top spot. Not one of the expected top 10 prospects sliding. Not some team from outside the top 10 flying up the draft board.Nothing.When asked what to expect, a source said, “Madness. And lot of movement.” That incudes the Cleveland Cavaliers, who hold the No. 5 pick.Despite a weaker-than-usual draft class and lingering questions about many of the top prospects, there’s plenty of interest in the fifth...…NEW!227sharesCLEVELAND, Ohio -- In a year of uncertainty, there’s nothing that could happen in Wednesday’s NBA Draft that would be a surprise. Not the Minnesota Timberwolves trading out of the top spot. Not one of the expected top 10 prospects sliding. Not some team from outside the top 10 flying up the draft board.Nothing.When asked what to expect, a source said, “Madness. And lot of movement.” That incudes the Cleveland Cavaliers, who hold the No. 5 pick.Despite a weaker-than-usual draft class and lingering questions about many of the top prospects, there’s plenty of interest in the fifth...WW…

NEW!259sharesMIAMI -- The final seconds ticked away and the mellifluous sound of Glenn Frey -- “The Heat Is On” -- boomed throughout American Airlines Arena.The . The 20th straight time. An unfathomable streak that dates back to 2010. But it wasn’t all bad. On this night, rookie Isaac Okoro gained something more meaningful than a victory: Jimmy Butler’s respect. Buy Cavs gear: , , ,Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.…NEW!259sharesMIAMI -- The final seconds ticked away and the mellifluous sound of Glenn Frey -- “The Heat Is On” -- boomed throughout American Airlines Arena.The . The 20th straight time. An unfathomable streak that dates back to 2010. But it wasn’t all bad. On this night, rookie Isaac Okoro gained something more meaningful than a victory: Jimmy Butler’s respect. Buy Cavs gear: , , ,Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.WW…

NEW!LOS ANGELES -- Members of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ brain trust started sensing it a few days before Thursday’s trade deadline.After hours of phone calls, an abundance of research and lengthy conversations with a multitude of Andre Drummond suitors, there was a growing sense that a trade would be too complicated -- and unlikely.The Cavs kept working, trying to find third and fourth teams. There was curiosity about how deadline pressure would affect leaguewide decision-making. But there remained one fact that never changed from mid-February, when a mutual decision was made to sit Drummond...…NEW!LOS ANGELES -- Members of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ brain trust started sensing it a few days before Thursday’s trade deadline.After hours of phone calls, an abundance of research and lengthy conversations with a multitude of Andre Drummond suitors, there was a growing sense that a trade would be too complicated -- and unlikely.The Cavs kept working, trying to find third and fourth teams. There was curiosity about how deadline pressure would affect leaguewide decision-making. But there remained one fact that never changed from mid-February, when a mutual decision was made to sit Drummond...WW…

NEW!CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Pregame intros wrapped, and backup center JaVale McGee jogged toward the table near the Cleveland Cavaliers’ bench, hopped on top and waved at the fans inside Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Then he clasped his hands together in front of his chest -- the real-life version of social media’s prayer emoji -- as the Cleveland faithful returned the adulation.That’s McGee’s customary pre-tip ritual. At least, for home games. But it hit harder Monday night.The clock is ticking toward 3 p.m. on March 25, the NBA’s trade deadline. McGee is at the center of speculation, generating...…NEW!CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Pregame intros wrapped, and backup center JaVale McGee jogged toward the table near the Cleveland Cavaliers’ bench, hopped on top and waved at the fans inside Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Then he clasped his hands together in front of his chest -- the real-life version of social media’s prayer emoji -- as the Cleveland faithful returned the adulation.That’s McGee’s customary pre-tip ritual. At least, for home games. But it hit harder Monday night.The clock is ticking toward 3 p.m. on March 25, the NBA’s trade deadline. McGee is at the center of speculation, generating...WW…