CLEVELAND CAVALIERS NEWS

Fox News' Laura Ingraham bashes LeBron James: 'Shut up and dribble'

Fox News has found a new sports enemy besides protesting NFL players: LeBron James.

Cavaliers' $300 million payroll

Should LeBron James and Rodney Hood both remain on the Cavs next season, the team will be looking at a payroll of more than $300 million.

Kings nearly ruined trade

The Cavaliers, Jazz and Kings had agreed to a deal Wednesday night before the trade deadline, then Sacramento sent a late memo.

James producing reboot

Several iconic actors and musical artists made cameos in the previous series, so will James be in the reboot?

Cavs vs. Thunder: Preview, time, TV channel, how to watch online

After a dominant showing in Boston on Sunday, the Cavs look to keep building momentum before the All-Star break with a win in Oklahoma City.

Thunder's Russell Westbrook, Carmelo Anthony remain sidelined with ankle injuries

OKC's two stars' status for Wednesday's high-profile game against the reconstructed Cavaliers remains up in the air.

George Hill: We all have to be Robins to LeBron James's Batman

With Isaiah Thomas and the Big Three structure gone, George Hill said the Cavaliers need to be the Robins to LeBron James' Batman.

Paul Pierce better than Larry Bird

Parish played with the Celtics during Bird's entire 13-year career, and the pair won three NBA championships together.

Isaiah Thomas' tumble continues with no end in sight after trade to Lakers

Let’s mourn a moment for the lost future of Isaiah Thomas, which has been reduced to rubble in a matter of a month or so.

James ready for new players

The Cavaliers completed overhauled their roster Friday, leaving LeBron James with a number of new teammates.

How will Cavs' additions from wild trade deadline fit with LeBron James, new roster?

The Cavs entered the trade deadline with glaring problems on their roster and exited with a completely new team. How will all of the pieces fit together?

Cavs no longer desperate for LeBron James, but trades could keep him in Cleveland

It would be hard for Cavs star LeBron James to see what’s going on with the Lakers these days and conclude he’d have a better future in LA than in Cleveland.

Hawks, Marco Belinelli reportedly finalizing contract buyout

Belinelli has averaged 11.4 points per game this season.

Johnson, Lakers target star names

The Los Angeles Lakers will try to acquire two elite players during the next two free agency periods, according to the team's basketball operations president Magic Johnson.

Altman talks Cavs trades

"I think it's obvious the goal was to get younger," Altman said. "We got more talented and certainly more athletic."

NBA Trade Deadline: Did Cavs really improve at trade deadline? 'NBA 2K18' weighs in

The Cavs swapped out nearly all the expendable parts of their roster that surround LeBron James in unprecedented fashion, trading away six contributors and a first-round pick Friday in exchange for four new players.

NBA trade deadline: Opta Facts

Now that the NBA trade deadline has come and gone, here are 10 facts you should know about some of the players moved.

NBA trade deadline: Lakers' big move sets stage for star-studded summer

While it will initially be lost in the whirlwind of the Cavs' massive overhaul, the Lakers did an overhaul of their own in terms of their future obligations.

NBA trade deadline roundup

The Cavaliers are going to be a completely different team in the second half as they traded five players and brought in some big names.

Cavs trade Wade to Heat

The experiment that was "Peanut Butter and Jelly 2017-18" has come to an end as Dwyane Wade reportedly is on his way back to Miami.

Cavs acquire Hood, Hill

The Cavaliers aren't done yet.

Cavs trade Thomas to Lakers

The Cavaliers have traded Isaiah Thomas.

Thomas happy in Cleveland

Isaiah Thomas wants to stay put.

James not waiving no-trade clause

LeBron James reportedly is will to stick out the remainder of the season with Cleveland.

Tyronn Lue: 'No doubt' Cavaliers will make playoffs

The reeling Cavaliers have lost 12 of 18, and are closer to falling out of the playoff field than they are the No. 1 seed.

Report: Cavs' offer for DeAndre Jordan unlikely to move needle for Clippers

The Cavs are going to need to put better assets on the table if they really want to complete a trade for DeAndre Jordan.

Cavaliers reportedly shopping J.R. Smith; willing to trade Brooklyn pick for right player

Smith has struggled this season averaging just just 7.8 points per game on 37.8 percent shooting.

Did LeBron 'check out' in Miami?

LeBron James and the Heat fell to the Spurs in five games during the 2014 NBA Finals.

LeBron James, Cavs could see quick turnaround if history repeats itself — but that's a big if

Taking a look back at how the Cavs bounced back after each of their low points in the last three years gives some hope, at least, that Cleveland is headed for an upswing.

Three reasons why LeBron James joining Warriors is more pipe dream than plausibility

Kevin Durant joining the Warriors sounded insane before the summer of 2016, but LeBron James making a similar move is even more improbable. Here's why...

Griffin wants to be wanted

Griffin reiterated he was shocked by news he was traded, and he repeatedly said Thursday (AEDT) he is happy to be with a team that wants him.

Wednesday scores and highlights

The Wizards managed to pull out a win against the Thunder without point guard John Wall who will be out for six to eight weeks.

Love out 6 to 8 weeks

Kevin Love left Wednesday's matchup against the Pistons with an apparent hand injury.

Drummond's pick controversial

Everyone has an opinion on who should have been selected to replace John Wall among the Eastern Conference representatives.

Report: Clippers agree to send Blake Griffin to Pistons

The Clippers have reportedly agreed to a deal to send Blake Griffin to Detroit for multiple Pistons going the other direction.

Thomas, James minutes staggered

Part of Cavaliers coach Tryonn Lue's lineup changes include staggering LeBron James' and Isaiah Thomas' minutes.

Isaiah Thomas denies calling out Kevin Love in heated team meeting

Thomas called the criticism of the team defense since he has been back in the lineup "unfair."

Cavs players frustrated with IT

Isaiah Thomas is averaging 15.9 points while shooting 39 percent from the field since coming back from a hip injury.

Kevin Durant has fun with All-Star draft, says he's coming for Stephen Curry

Kevin Durant is having a little fun with the NBA's All-Star draft with a little self-deprecating humour.

Cavs lineup changed

After 10 losses in 13 games, Cavs coach Tyronn Lue benched Jae Crowder and inserted Tristan Thompson into the starting five.

Lue changing Cavs' lineup

The Cavaliers have lost 10 of their last 12 games, and Tyronn Lue is ready to make a change.

LeBron James becomes youngest NBA player to score 30,000 points

The Cavaliers forward became the youngest player in NBA history to score 30,000 career points.

Love takes high road

Love has had three games of three or fewer points in Cleveland’s recent skid after having just two such games prior.

Cavaliers reportedly hold 'emotional' team meeting about Kevin Love's absence

Love defended himself in a closed-door meeting, after missing practice Monday and coming out of Sunday's loss to the Thunder feeling ill.

NBA trade rumors: Cavaliers interested in a number of players, including DeAndre Jordan

The Cavaliers have lost nine of their last 13 games, and they know something has to change.

LeBron's fun 30K facts

Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James, 33, has a chance this week to become the youngest NBA player to reach 30,000 points.

Kerr distills Warriors-Cavs rivalry

The back-and-forth between the two franchises, according to Kerr, is reminiscent of the great Lakers-Celtics rivalries.

James reveals why he might retire

Cavaliers star LeBron James, 33, speaks about retirement and says he can't see the end of his NBA career yet.

Thomas fined for foul on Wiggins

Isaiah Thomas was ejected for striking Andrew Wiggins above the shoulders in the Timberwolves blowout win Tuesday (AEDT) over the Cavaliers.

Isaiah Thomas says he's only at '80 percent' after return to the Cavs

The Cavaliers are treating Isaiah Thomas day-to-day and won't attach a timeline to him as he continues to recover from a hip injury.

Pierce wants all the attention

The Celtics agreed with Isaiah Thomas to play his tribute video on the night of Paul Pierce's jersey retirement, but Pierce isn't on board.

Isaiah Thomas' quiet night on bench speaks volumes about his worth to Cavs, Celtics

Without logging a minute of playing time, Cavs guard Isaiah Thomas was the overriding story in Boston, both off the court and on it.

Cavs tried to trade Irving first

As Kyrie Irving will face off with his former team for the first time in Boston, events from this past summer are becoming more clear.

New-look Celtics have same old problem with Cavs: How to stop LeBron James

In a regular season matchup last April, LeBron James showed why the Celtics (and every other team in the East) had no chance of stopping the Cavs. We'll find out if Boston has a better answer for James this time around.

Lillard to return vs. Cavs

Lillard, who hasn't played since December 21, missed his fifth consecutive game with a right hamstring strain Tuesday.

James: No pressure on Thomas

Isaiah Thomas will make his return from a hip injury on Wednesday (AEDT) and Cavaliers teammate LeBron James has no expectations.

Cavs set Thomas return date

Thomas has missed the first 36 games of the season rehabbing a hip injury suffered the postseason.

Isaiah Thomas injury update: Cavs star could return vs. Blazers with restrictions

Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue said he doesn't want Isaiah Thomas to play in back-to-back games as he continues to recover from a hip injury.

Isaiah Thomas tried to force his way into lineup against Kings

Isaiah Thomas is chomping at the bit to get back on the court and make his debut with the Cavaliers.

Don't ask Scottie Pippen about Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debate

Scottie Pippen has come to a final conclusion on the endless Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debate — well, maybe.

Durant dismisses James' foul claims

After the Warriors' victory over the Cavaliers, Kevin Durant insisted he had not fouled LeBron James late on.

James talks family

With the Cavaliers facing the Warriors for an NBA Finals rematch on Christmas, James said family is the most important thing in his life.

NBA Christmas Day TV schedule: Cavs-Warriors, Rockets-Thunder and more

A Finals rematch highlights the NBA's Christmas Day slate, along with an exciting Western Conference clash and a battle between two teams filled with budding superstars in Sixers-Knicks.

NBA on Christmas Day: What to watch for in each game, including Cavs vs. Warriors rematch

The headliner is a rematch of the last three NBA Finals between the Cavaliers and Warriors, but there’s a good balance of teams looking to compete this season and teams looking to compete in the future.

LeBron James joining Lakers? Three reasons why Cavs superstar won't be heading to LA

Is the current Lakers organization the optimal spot for LeBron James to check all of the boxes left on his list before he eventually walks away from the game? That’s doubtful.

WATCH: Isaiah Thomas documentary reveals moment former Celtics guard learned about trade to Cavs

Isaiah Thomas had just returned home from an anniversary celebration with his wife when Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge told Thomas he had been traded to the Cavs.

NBA trade deadline buyers and sellers: Will Thunder, Cavs make big moves?

Will Paul George stay in OKC? How will the Grizzlies handle Marc Gasol? SN's Sean Deveney takes a look at potential buyers and sellers ahead of the NBA trade deadline.

Kobe Bryant, LeBron James puppet commercials return to celebrate jersey retirement of Lakers legend

Nike has released three new commercials with puppet LeBron James and puppet Kobe Bryant chatting on the beach about Bryant's illustrious career.

LeBron James eager to 'break the mold' for aging players in their prime

James recorded his 60th career triple-double and passed Larry Bird for sixth on the NBA's all-time list in the Cavs' win over the Jazz.

What did James say to Ball?

LeBron James tried to keep his post-game conversation with Lonzo Ball private, but an on-court camera picked up the audio.

Cavs keeping Nets' pick as backup plan for 'LeBron stuff,' SN sources say

The Cavs are unwilling to part ways with the draft pick they received in the Kyrie Irving trade, league executives tell SN's Sean Deveney, even as Brooklyn's success has brought down its value.

LeBron James chats up Lonzo Ball, plays mind games with world

LeBron James kept everyone from reading lips as he spoke to Lonzo Ball. Seems extreme. Why would anyone want to know what King James says to a rookie, right? Right?

LeBron James signing with Lakers considered 'longshot,' report says

Don't get too excited about that dream of luring LeBron James to Los Angeles, Lakers fans.

How LeBron James becomes NBA's biggest bully when Cavs enter clutch time

The Cavaliers have been feasting on layups and 3-pointers in crunch time this season, and it all begins with LeBron James turning himself into the biggest bully in the NBA.

76ers forward Robert Covington sidelined with back injury after crashing into stands

Covington injured his back when he crashed backward over the courtside seats chasing a loose ball late in the 76ers' loss.

Sixers rookie Markelle Fultz may be out until January with shoulder injury

The 76ers announced Saturday that Fultz will be out for at least three more weeks while he gets back into basketball shape.

LeBron James hits trash-talking Bulls fan with brutal response

A heckler in Chicago tried to talk trash with LeBron James. It didn't end well for him.

Report: Derrick Rose apologises to Cavs teammates for two-week exile

Rose has played in only seven games this season due to an ankle injury, and frustration with his injury led him to self-imposed exile.

NBA 2K helping out James?

LeBron James says he knows how Isaiah Thomas will fit in with the Cavaliers just by playing NBA 2K.

Rose returning to Cleveland

Rose reportedly had contemplated retirement but instead will resume treatment on his injured ankle Tuesday.

Tyronn Lue says Cavs have had positive talks with Derrick Rose about future

The veteran point guard is still debating if he should rejoin the Cavs or retire from basketball amid a litany of injuries.

Sixers could reportedly target LeBron James, provide intriguing option in free agency

LeBron James with Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons? The Sixers could try to lure James to Philadelphia if he becomes a free agent next summer.

NBA All-Star Game 2018: Projecting starters, reserves in competitive Eastern Conference race

Eastern Conference stars like LeBron James and Kyrie Irving are obvious All-Star selections. But which players will take the coveted reserve spots? SN's Sean Deveney gives his All-Star picks for the East.

James says consistency is key

The Cavaliers are statistically the worst defense in the NBA, but over their last five games they are eighth in defensive rating.

Cavaliers' Iman Shumpert to miss one week with sore knee

The point guard exited Saturday's win over the Clippers with the injury and will undergo treatment for a left knee effusion.

Draymond Green says LeBron James, Cavs shouldn't panic, but he has concerns

Warriors forward Draymond Green says LeBron James' minutes should worry Cavs fans more than the current state of the team.

LeBron James, Cavs find motivation amid rigors of regular season

LeBron James' beef with Phil Jackson (and, by extension, the Knicks) continued Tuesday (AEDT). The Cavs' game at MSG was an ideal way for King James to stay amped early in the season.

Cavs players troll LeBron James on Instagram after win over Knicks

LeBron James made all of NBA Twitter into conspiracy theorists when he posted an Arthur meme on Instagram with the caption "Mood..."

LeBron James takes NYC subway

Transit officials thanked James and his teammates for riding the subway, but said there's only one "king" in New York — Kristaps Porzingis.

James clarifies Smith comments

James said that Dennis Smith Jr. “should be a Knick” last week, which many took to be a jab at rookie Frank Ntilikina.

LeBron talks IT absence

LeBron James called for other players to step up as Isaiah Thomas and Tristan Thompson remain sidelined.

Antetokounmpo re-signs with Nike

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo announced on social media that he will re-sign a long-term partnership with Nike.

Dellavedova returns to Cleveland

Dellavedova enjoys coming back to Cleveland and seeing the 2015-16 championship banner hanging from the rafters at Quicken Loans Arena.

LeBron James' IG post: A multiple-choice quiz on what it means

LeBron watchers had something to chew on after King James put up a cryptic Instagram post after Kyrie Irving helped the Celtics extend their winning streak to nine Monday night.

LeBron James, Cavs can't simply ignore major defensive issues until playoff time

Cleveland currently owns the worst defensive rating in the NBA. Why can't LeBron James and the Cavs stop their opponents?

Report: Cavaliers to keep Derrick Rose on minutes restriction

Cavs are going to remain cautious with Rose.

Bradley Beal thinks Wizards are Eastern Conference's team to beat

Beal and the Wizards host the Cavs Saturday morning AEDT.

Cavs hold team meeting

On Wednesday, the Cavs held a team meeting to discuss what they are struggling with on the court after losing three straight.

LOOK: Cavs wear epic costumes to LeBron James' annual Halloween party

LeBron James held his annual Halloween party Tuesday (AEDT) and the Cavaliers went all-out on their costumes.

Tyronn Lue blames defense for skid

The Cavaliers coach is searching for answers as the team has now lost four of five games by an average of 16.8 points per loss.

Cavs' LeBron James: 'We're fine' after starting season 3-3

The Cavs faced their third loss in four games against the Pelicans on Saturday, but star players and coach Tyronn Lue are "not concerned."

Jae Crowder on Cavs' 4th lineup change: 'We haven't found our groove yet'

The Cavs are still figuring out their starters as they will use their fourth different lineup in six games against the Pelicans on Sunday (AEDT).

Davis to play against Cavaliers

Anthony Davis has been out with a knee injury for most of the last two games but is reportedly set to play at home Saturday.

Wade asks to come off bench

Coach Tyronn Lue says Wade approached him, saying the move would be better for the team and Wade. J.R. Smith will become a starter.

Dwyane Wade says he's still trying to figure out role with Cavaliers

Wade, who is still trying to find his place on the Cavaliers, only scored five points in the team's loss to the Magic.

LeBron James still trying to get into playing shape

LeBron James nearly recorded a triple-double in Wednesday's (AEDT) win over the Celtics but he is not satisfied with his current playing shape.

Derrick Rose doubtful for Sunday's (AEDT) game after hard foul by Greg Monroe

Derrick Rose doesn't expect many calls to go his way and was upset after Greg Monroe wasn't called for a flagrant foul on Saturday (AEDT).

Hayward down with injury

Gordon Hayward had his leg put in an air cast and was taken off the court on a stretcher in the Celtics' season opener.

Cavaliers scrap Kyrie tribute

The Cavaliers scrapped plans to show a video tribute to Kyrie Irving during their opener against the Celtics.

Bryant sends message to Hayward

Kobe Bryant wrote an Instagram posted directed at Gordon Hayward, who suffered a gruesome injury in the Celtics' opener against the Cavs.

Hayward down with injury

Gordon Hayward had his leg put in an air cast and was taken off the court on a stretcher in the Celtics' season opener.

Three takeaways from Cavs-Celtics

The Celtics mounted a valiant comeback after losing Gordon Hayward to injury but the Cavaliers came out on top in the end.

NBA players offer support for Gordon Hayward after horrific ankle injury

Gordon Hayward suffered a gruesome left leg injury today's Celtics' game against the Cavaliers. Several NBA players tweeted in support of Hayward.

Felder compares himself to Thomas

The Bulls claimed Felder Monday off waivers.

REPORT: Cavs trade Richard Jefferson, Kay Felder to Hawks

Jefferson played an integral role off the bench last season for the Cavaliers.

Cavs' J.R. Smith frustrated after losing starting spot to Dwyane Wade — and he should be

J.R. Smith was "absolutely" frustrated after losing his starting spot to Dwyane Wade.

LeBron James will miss final pre-season game due to ankle injury

Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue said he's "not sure" if James will be ready to play in their season opener Oct. 17.

Shumpert injures foot

Shumpert missed a dunk attempt, landed awkwardly on his foot, and didn't return for the rest of Wednesday's preseason game.

Dwyane Wade says Cleveland 'believes in my talents' after leaving Bulls

The former Bulls guard released a statement Wednesday thanking the city of Chicago and expressing excitement in signing with the Cavaliers.

January the target for Thomas

Isaiah Thomas should be in position to return by January, according to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Knicks trade Carmelo Anthony to OKC

Anthony goes to OKC, which sends Enes Kanter, Doug McDermott and a draft pick to New York.

Carmelo Anthony would accept a trade to one of three teams, report says

Carmelo Anthony’s list of suitable trade destinations has grown.

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert will 'never' move team out of Cleveland

The team pulled out of a deal that would have funded renovations to Quicken Loans Arena, leading some to fear Gilbert might leave town.

Cavaliers nix $140m plan to renovate Quicken Loans Arena

The Cavaliers had planned a massive renovation to their 23-year-old arena, but a pending referendum led the team to kill the deal.

Cavs reportedly interested in Celtics' Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum

Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum are reported Cavaliers targets to complete the Kyrie Irving trade.

Wade and James with the Cavaliers?

Wade and James won a pair of NBA titles together with the Heat.

NBA to decrease rest days

In an effort to reduce days off given to stars during the season, the NBA will build rest days into the schedule.

Report: LeBron James invites Derrick Rose to work out in Las Vegas

The two former MVPs will meet up in Las Vegas to work out now that Rose's one-year deal with the Cavaliers is official.

LeBron James' stake in Blaze Pizza now reportedly worth at least $35 million

James has turned a slice of Blaze Pizza into roughly a $35 million stake.

James to remain with Cavaliers

James is one of only three NBA players with a no-trade clause, but has just one season left before he can opt out of his contract.

Analyzing best/worst NBA moves

Which teams have come out on top, and which have come out on bottom of this year's frenzied free agency period?

Richard Jefferson not ready to retire, returning for 17th NBA season

Maybe there's a reason why LeBron James wasn't actively recruiting players to the Cavaliers.

Korver re-signs with Cavaliers

With Korver locked up, the Cavaliers are trying to find a trade partner for Iman Shumpert.

Cavs fire GM David Griffin

The two sides "just couldn't agree on a future," according to reports.

Cavs want Jimmy Butler

The Cavs have reportedly been trying to figure out multi-team trade scenarios, while the T-wolves are also in the mix for the All-Star.

Kerr sticking with Warriors

Kerr also said the report that the team voted whether to attend the White House "if and when invited" was "insane."

Warriors a lesson in team building

The Golden State Warriors are the NBA's next dynasty, and they will be one built not just on Kevin Durant, but on excellent drafting.

NBA Finals 2017: Kevin Durant named MVP in first championship run

Durant finally got his elusive first championship and led the way with a dominant MVP effort.

Lue: Cavs were too nice

The Cavaliers coach said there wasn't enough smack talk and physicality in the first couple of games against the Warriors.

Jefferson: Pressure all on Warriors

Richard Jefferson said the pressure is completely on Golden State as both teams prepare for Game 5.

WATCH: Draymond Green gets animated in postgame media session

Draymond Green said he doesn't pay attention to anyone in Cleveland: "They don't seem to be the sharpest people around."

NBA will not take action on Game4

The Warriors and Cavaliers got a little rough with each other Friday night in Game 4, but that's apparently fine with the NBA.

Charles Barkley: 'I'm a fat old dude' and can outplay Tristan Thompson in NBA Finals

Tristan Thompson has been a disaster in the NBA Finals.

Green weighs in on Durant, James

Green has respect for both Durant and James, but he does think one is better than the other.

Vegas sets historic lines

Forget the LeBron James-Michael Jordan debate. Vegas sets lines for dream matchup between 2017 Warriors and Michael Jordan's 1996 Bulls.

Cavs sticking with J.R. Smith

Smith has made just 1 of 6 attempts in the Finals, leading to speculation Tyronn Lue might make a change.

Cavs thinking lineup change

The Cavaliers may go with a lineup change in Game 3.

Durant over LeBron?

Kevin Durant "may be the best player in the world" according to Paul Pierce.

Kerr hails Durant defense

The Warriors took a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals against the Cavaliers, with Steve Kerr highlighting Kevin Durant's defensive role.

James and Durant, musical duo?

Long before the superstars were battling it out for the 2017 NBA championship, they apparently recorded in secret a hip-hop track.

Cavs need Smith to shoot more

Smith only made four shot attempts in the Cavaliers' Game 1 loss to the Warriors.

J.R. Smith says Warriors have 'one guy who keeps kicking people'

J.R. Smith is always a good sound bite. Saturday was no exception with a not-so-subtle allusion to Draymond Green's groin kicks.

Was Mike Brown hired to stop LeBron James?

It's arguable that James put a stop to Mike Brown's career twice, but one San Francisco writer is suggesting it's Brown now stopping LeBron.

Richard Jefferson says Cavs just need to 'execute, and not panic'

The Cavs were never really in Game 1 versus the Warriors, but had they not turned the ball over so much would that have been another story?

Durant on Rihanna moment

Kevin Durant led all scorers at Oracle Arena but it was his apparent moment with pop star Rihanna that stole the headlines.

Silver: Cavs and Warriors are fine

The NBA commissioner doesn't think there's an issue of "competitive balance" in the league.

'Nothing preventing' Warriors from reaching 8-10 straight NBA Finals - commentator

LeBron James is making a seventh straight Finals appearance, so there's no reason not to think Warriors can do the same, right?

11 interesting NBA Finals stats

The high-scoring, sharpshooting Cavs and Warriors are at it again.

ESPN names 100 most famous athletes

The NBA had 13 players among the top 100 on the ESPN "most famous athletes" list, while the NFL only placed two players in the top 50.

Thomas thinks Stevens deserves more

Who knows what the NBA's media panel voting on awards were thinking?

Warriors coach Kerr will travel

Kerr said he's been participating in team meetings and admitted it's awkward and weird not being able to coach in games.

NBA Finals: Kevin Love says it's funny to consider Cavaliers underdogs

The Cavaliers forward wants to remind people who the defending NBA champions are.

Lebron James on eclipsing Jordan

After becoming the NBA playoffs record point scorer, LeBron James admitted it was a surprise to eclipse his hero Michael Jordan.

LeBron James playoff scoring leader

LeBron James, who is often compared to Michael Jordan in GOAT debates, passed Jordan Thursday as the all-time career playoff scoring leader.

NBA award finalists 2017: LeBron James not a candidate to win MVP

LeBron James is playing on a different level this playoffs but the Cavaliers star will not win his fifth MVP award.

Isaiah Thomas ruled out for remainder of post-season

The Boston Celtics will be without their leading scorer for the remainder of the 2017 post-season.

Smith expecting dirty play

Now that the Celtics are down 1-0 in the series, J.R. Smith says they're going to resort to "cheap shots."

James says Celtics fans are hype

Game 1 between the Cavs and Celtics takes place Thursday morning AEDT in Boston.

Smith family honors NICU moms

J.R. and Shirley Smith decided to give flowers to all the moms who have babies in Cleveland Clinic Children's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Cavaliers survive feisty Raptors to complete second-round sweep

The Cavaliers waltzed into the Eastern Conference finals, completing a second-round sweep of the Raptors.

NBA playoffs 2017: Rockets Spurs

Kawhi Leonard was unstoppable, pouring in an efficient 34 points on 81% shooting.

James passes Kareem in scoring

Look out, Michael Jordan. LeBron James is closing in on the NBA great for most postseason points.

Lowry injured against Cavs

Raptors teammate Norman Powell fell into Lowry's left leg, causing him to roll his left ankle.

Lue talks coaching Cavs

For second-year coach Tyronn Lue, the hardest job he has endured has been dealing with the pressure that comes from leading the Cavs.

James to pay Jones' fine

LeBron James will pay for Dahntay Jones' fines ... again.

WATCH: LeBron to pay Jones' ejection fine, asks him to 'stop getting kicked out' vs Toronto

Dahntay Jones doesn't see much playing time with the Cavaliers, so when he entered today's playoff game he wanted to make the most of it.

UCLA's Ball to skip NBA Combine

Confident he'll be the No. 1 overall pick in June's NBA Draft, the UCLA guard has declined an invitation to next month's combine in Chicago.

Tyronn Lue denies asking permission

Cavs coach Tyronn Lue says he did not ask permission from Irving and Love before benching the two stars in the fourth quarter.

Stephenson knows how to stop LeBron

Stopping LeBron James isn't easy, but there is a way.

James dreaming of Coachella

The MVP candidate is thinking about a music festival after taking a 2-0 lead.

LeBron downplays Celtics game

The Cavs-Celtics matchup is big for the Eastern Conference standings, but LeBron James has his sights on bigger things.

Tyronn Lue says he has fix for D

After the Cavaliers’ home loss to the Wizards on Saturday, coach Tryronn Lue claimed to have something up his sleeve to fix the defense.

James weighs in on NBA rest issue

Since LeBron James is involved in this particular incidence, the Cleveland Cavaliers star feels things are different.

Tyronn Lue upset over reactions to resting Cavs stars

The Cavs defend the rest they gave their players.

LeBron: NBA All-Star voting similar to Donald Trump's election

LeBron James took a dig at United States president Donald Trump by likening his election to the "goofy" All-Star votes.

Fans angry as Russell Westbrook snubbed for NBA All-Star starting role

Despite averaging a triple-double, Oklahoma City Thunder guard and MVP favourite Russell Westbrook was not named an All-Star starter.

LeBron James blown away by 'LeBron: The Musical' video

The viral video released this week took the title song from "Hamilton: The Musical" and chronicled James' 13-year NBA career.

Cavaliers, J.R. Smith end negotiations, agree on $57-million deal, report says

It took until mid-October with a bit of influencing from LeBron James, but the Cleveland Cavaliers finally re-signed guard J.R. Smith.

James re-signs with Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers have finally completed the re-signing of superstar LeBron James.

James, Smith expected to re-sign

Even though July 7 was the day free agents were able to sign with teams, LeBron James and J.R. Smith are still holding out.

Bucks 'capable of great things' as Dellavedova completes move

NBA championship winner Matthew Dellavedova heads to Milwaukee from Cleveland in exchange for Albert Miralles and a trade exception.

Dellavedova hopeful over Cavs future

Matthew Dellavedova is unsure what his future holds, but he is keen to stay at the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Green brushes off LeBron: 'Stuff happens'

Draymond Green got into it with LeBron James in Game 4, but says it's all love now.

LeBron James reportedly will not play for Team USA in Rio

LeBron James is coming off one of the best NBA Finals performances in history, and he apparently wants to take a break from basketball.

Warriors face frontcourt questions after Finals

The Golden State Warriors much-praised depth deserted them when it mattered most in the NBA Finals.

Curry haunted by performance in Game 7

Stephen Curry was hurting after the Golden State Warriors' loss in Game 7.

Kerr: 'The better team won'

The Cavaliers were simply better than the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals, according to Steve Kerr.

LeBron James named Finals MVP for third time

Finals MVP LeBron James averaged 29.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, 8.9 assists, 2.6 steals and 2.3 blocks as the Cavs completed the series comeback.

Steve Kerr backs Steph Curry

LeBron, Cavs force Game 7

LeBron James led the Cleveland Cavaliers to victory over the Golden State Warriors to force Game 7 in the NBA Finals.