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Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' JaVale McGee thought he was Collin Sexton, goes Shaqtin' A Fool again

New team, same old JaVale. In his first year with the Cleveland Cavaliers, three-time NBA champion JaVale McGee was doing what he does best, and not what Collin Sexton does best. On Monday, the 33-year old dribbled his way to his own 2021 Shaqtin’ A Fool highlight as a member of the Cavs. In the […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton reaches impressive feat through first 10 games

The Cleveland Cavaliers just completed a two-game sweep of the almighty Brooklyn Nets and their talented trio. The Cavs have been led by Collin Sexton and Andre Drummond who have both been playing out of their minds this season. In fact, Sexton made history in the early stages of this NBA season. Collin Sexton is […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton's 42-point night vs. Kevin Durant, James Harden, Kyrie Irving nets League Pass mark

Cleveland Cavs guard Collin Sexton’s 42-point outburst against Brooklyn Nets stars Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving is now the most viewed game on NBA League Pass. As reported by Sam Amico of Forty Eight Minutes, the Cavs’ victory over the powerhouse Nets now has the crown for most viewers on NBA League Pass. […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCollin Sexton blossoming into a star is key to Cavs turning the corner

Collin Sexton returned to play in the way we all expect an injured player to: dropping 42 points in a double overtime victory. Okay, that’s not typical, rather it’s extraordinary. Furthermore, that explosion for the Cavs came against a Brooklyn Nets team debuting its new big three of Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving. […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton reacts to outdueling Kyrie Irving in epic matchup

The Cleveland Cavaliers spoiled the debut of the Brooklyn Nets trio of Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving on Wednesday, in large part due to the efforts of Collin Sexton. Following his remarkable performance in double-overtime, the Cavs guard reacted to facing Irving and the Nets. “I am in Cleveland, I do wear No. […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCollin Sexton, Cavs dedicated upset to ex-Nets, Jarrett Allen reacts

Collin Sexton and the Cleveland Cavaliers had the chance to play spoiler on Wednesday night facing off against the Brooklyn Nets. With ex-Cavs star Kyrie Irving returning to action, the Nets’ big three were playing together for the first time and the anticipation was felt across the NBA. To the disappointment of nobody, the game […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoVIDEO: Cavs' Collin Sexton turns into Neo from 'The Matrix' after drawing offensive foul on Nets' Kyrie Irving

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton channeled his inner-Neo on Wednesday in a crucial play against Kyrie Irving, as the Cavs hosted the Brooklyn Nets. The 22-year old drew an offensive foul on Irving in transition that had him going full-Matrix in Barclays Center. Unfortunately, Sexton couldn’t dodge this one like Neo, as he appeared to […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCollin Sexton gets his flames doused in locker room celebration

Collin Sexton’s flames had to be extinguished after he went off for a career-evening against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. The entire Cleveland Cavaliers locker room doused the red-hot Sexton, greeting him with a water-shower after the huge 147-135 win. The 22-year-old exploded for a career-high of 42 to lead the Cavs to their fourth […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCollin Sexton's fiery 20 straight points for Cavs vs. Nets gets hilarious reaction from Larry Nance Jr.

Larry Nance Jr. was hyped for Collin Sexton’s return to the floor on Wednesday, as the Cleveland Cavaliers faced off against the Brooklyn Nets. Sexton balled out in his first game back after missing the Cavs’ last five contest due to an ankle injury, leading his team to an impressive 147-135 home win in double […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoVIDEO: Cavs' Collin Sexton comes up huge vs. revamped Nets with heroic 3-pointer, new career-high 42 points

The battle between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Brookyln Nets was supposed to be a coming-out party for Brooklyn’s newly-formed Big 3 of Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Kyrie Irving, who shared the floor for the first time on Wednesday. Cavs guard Collin Sexton had other ideas, though. Sexton came up with a performance of […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoVIDEO: Kevin Durant gets massive surprise with Cavs' Collin Sexton block

Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant thought he had an easy fast-break slam coming against defender Collin Sexton of the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. The 6-foot-10 forward, after all, had a massive size and length advantage over the undersized 6-foot-1 Cavs guard. Well, KD thought wrong. At the halfway mark of the second quarter match between […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCollin Sexton, Darius Garland brutally shoot down fan-favorite 'Sexland' nickname

Cleveland Cavaliers fans have mostly taken to labeling their backcourt of Collin Sexton and Darius Garland as “Sexland.” But the two Cavs guards seem split on the nickname. Cavs forward Larry Nance spoke about the inception of the nickname during an interview with Michael Pina of Sports Illustrated. The moniker first gained mainstream popularity when […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoSexland out on Friday vs. Knicks with Cavs' Collin Sexton, Darius Garland sitting

The Cleveland Cavaliers are dealing with a multitude of injuries and their statuses for Friday’s game against the New York Knicks have been revealed. According to Sam Amico of FortyEightMinutes, the Sexland duo will be out on Friday with Collin Sexton and Darius Garland sidelined with injuries. Collin Sexton, Darius Garland still listed as out […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton out with ankle sprain vs. Grizzlies

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Collin Sexton (ankle sprain) will miss his team’s matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday night. Sexton was ruled out shortly before the game was set to tip-off. Wing Damyean Dotson will start in Sexton’s place for the Cavs, per Kelsey Russo of The Athletic. Update: #Cavs Collin Sexton is now […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton pulls off feat LeBron James never did with Cleveland

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton had himself another outstanding performance on Wednesday in a loss to the Orlando Magic. The third-year Cavs guard put up a game-high 21 points on the evening, en route to setting a franchise record for most consecutive games with at least 20 points. Not even the great LeBron James achieved […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCollin Sexton's development with Cavs has been remarkable

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton has received more than his fair share of criticism since entering the NBA in 2018, but much like a certain Cleveland Browns quarterback, Sexton has been able to prove his doubters wrong to this point. The Cavs are 4-2 thanks to his All-Star level play, but his performance this season […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' J.B. Bickerstaff savagely rips into Collin Sexton critics

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach J.B. Bickerstaff hit back at criticisms of Cavs combo guard Collin Sexton, lauding the former Alabama star for his work ethic and ability. Bickerstaff said Sexton’s critics are grasping at straws, adding he has a rare scoring ability: “I believe it’s disrespectful, things people say about him,” Bickerstaff said, via Chris […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs guard Collin Sexton gets Dwyane Wade's stamp of approval

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton recently earned high praise from a decorated player in Dwyane Wade due to his solid play on the floor to start the 2020-2021 NBA season. The three-time NBA champion posted his stamp of approval for the Cavs guard on Twitter and gave everyone a stern warning to keep an eye […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoThe LeBron James 16-year Cavs record that Collin Sexton just matched

The Cleveland Cavaliers have come out on a hot streak to start the 2021 NBA season despite predictions ranking them near the bottom of the league. How is that possible? Well, it’s all thanks to third-year guard Collin Sexton, who is having a breakout campaign for the Cavs so far. Sexton scored the ball well […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs: 2-game losing streak a much-needed reality check

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ three-game winning streak to tip off the 2020-2021 NBA season was fun, but the past two games have brought everyone back to reality. It turns out that the Cavs aren’t actually legitimate NBA Finals contenders, and are closer to another top-five draft pick than they are the eighth playoff seed in the […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' Larry Nance Jr. baptizes Darius Garland-Collin Sexton duo with perfect nickname

A Collin Sexton-Darius Garland duo is on the rise with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Larry Nance Jr. gave the Cavs’ dynamic guards the perfect nickname. Via Twitter, Nance shared the nickname he gave to the duo of Sexton and Garland. The two have been tearing it up and have been instrumental in the Cavs perfect 2-0 […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs center Andre Drummond's message to the doubters after shocking 3-0 start

The Cleveland Cavaliers blew out the Philadelphia 76ers (sans Joel Embiid) on Sunday, 118-94, one night after a double-overtime win over the Detroit Pistons. Andre Drummond and the Cavs now sit atop the Eastern Conference at 3-0. Yes, it’s extremely early, but nobody saw this coming. The Cavaliers have been bolstered by the promising play […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCollin Sexton joins LeBron James, Kyrie Irving in exclusive club

The Cleveland Cavaliers seemed to be trending in the right direction after their first two games of the season. Aside from their performance on the court, the team also has the numbers to back them up for their recent uprising. As per ESPN Stats and Info, Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton joined LeBron James and Kyrie […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs: 3 takeaways from season opener win

The Cleveland Cavaliers tipped off the 2020-2021 NBA regular season with a 121-114 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. It was a great return to the court for a team that hadn’t played since March, and even missing some key pieces, the group showed some real promise. It’s important to remember that the Hornets are one […]

Collin Sexton · 3 years agoCavs' Darius Garland shoots down idea he and Collin Sexton are 'feuding'

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ young backcourt of Darius Garland and Collin Sexton enjoyed a promising season debut on Wednesday night. Sexton dropped 27 points and five assists, while Garland added 22 points, six rebounds, and six assists in the Cavs’ 121-114 victory over the Charlotte Hornets at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The two combined to shoot 16-of-29 from […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years ago3 Cavs goals for the 2020-2021 season

The Cleveland Cavaliers enter the 2020-2021 NBA season with lots of question marks about the team’s future, along with some talented young players who are eager to prove themselves. The rebuild is still in full effect, but it’s time to start showing results. Here are three goals the Cavs should shoot for this season. 3. […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCollin Sexton to miss Cavs' preseason opener due to injury

Cleveland Cavilers guard Collin Sexton will miss Saturday’s preseason opener against the Indiana Pacers due to an ankle injury he suffered on Wednesday, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. Sexton, who’s entering his third season with the Cavs, twisted his ankle during practice. The 21-year-old guard also missed portions of Friday’s practice, though the injury […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCan the Cavs make the playoffs this year?

The Cleveland Cavaliers released the first half of their 2020-21 schedule, with games on the calendar through March 3. The Cavs finished 19-46 last season, the second-worst record in the NBA and the worst in the Eastern Conference. How does their schedule look for a potential playoff push, and what needs to happen for the […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCollin Sexton should be an All-Star for the Cavaliers

The NBA regular season is almost here, and up first in this series of previews for the Cleveland Cavaliers is point guard Collin Sexton, who is expecting big things from himself as he enters his third professional season. Sexton had a promising season as a rookie, and improved in many areas in year two. In […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCavs unveil rock and roll-inspired City Edition jerseys

The Cleveland Cavaliers 2020-21 “City Edition” jerseys have been released, which cleverly pay homage to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The team revealed the new look on Thursday via a hype video featuring Collin Sexton and Larry Nance Jr. Let's rock. 🤘 #ClevelandAmplified pic.twitter.com/3g2p1LoSOd — Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) December 3, 2020 🚨 VAZOU! […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoRUMORS: Cavs' Collin Sexton not viewed as a starting-caliber guard around the NBA

The Cleveland Cavaliers gave Collin Sexton the keys to their offense when they drafted him eighth overall in 2018. While the 21-year-old speedster has given them a nice offensive lift in his first two seasons, a lot of people around the league believe he is better off as a bench player rather than a full-time […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoIsaac Okoro checks all the boxes for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2020 NBA Draft

The Cleveland Cavaliers should take Auburn wing Isaac Okoro with the fifth overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Okoro is a fascinating player and talent who would be phenomenal for head coach J.B. Bickerstaff’s rotation. Two things stand out with Okoro: speed and defense. He flies across the floor and has the electricity to […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton reveals what he has learned from mentors Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade

As part of a recent interview with Martin Rickman for Dime’s special MyCover feature, Cavs point guard Collin Sexton discussed what he has learned from mentors like Chris Paul and Dwyane Wade. Sexton is entering his third season in the NBA. The Cavs selected the former Alabama standout with the eighth overall pick in the […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCollin Sexton, Darius Garland looking strong as Cleveland begins official workouts

Though the Cavs were left off the invitation list to the NBA’s bubble complex in Florida, second and third-year guards Collin Sexton and Darius Garland are looking strong for the coming season. One source tells basketballnews.com that Sexton has worked on his body this offseason, noting that the former No. 8 overall pick is “looking […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCollin Sexton Season In Review: Gloom And Doom Or Slap Happy Hooray?

The Cleveland Cavaliers will hold voluntary in-market workouts this month, but their season ended back in March. The 2020-2021 campaign is shrouded in mystery, but we can still look back at the 65 games the team played and see how each player performed. Let’s start with guard Collin Sexton, who made history by joining LeBron […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCollin Sexton needs to step back for his young career to move forward

Collin Sexton is making the most of his opportunity with the Cleveland Cavaliers. But for his future with the Cavs to bear fruit, Young Bull needs to take a backseat in the rotation. While his 20.8 points per game and 38% shooting from beyond the 3-point arc look pretty, the question still looms on whether […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton reveals lofty goal for next season

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2019-20 season is officially over thanks their exclusion from the 22-team return-to-play plan, which was recently approved by the NBA. With his sophomore campaign cut short, Cavs guard Collin Sexton already has his sights set on next season, and he has a rather lofty goal for himself: “I want to push towards […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoVIDEO: Collin Sexton hilariously jumps in on Kevin Love's call with media

Cleveland Cavaliers second-year point guard Collin Sexton accidentally interrupted Cavs veteran power forward Kevin Love during a media call on Friday afternoon. Love quickly reacted with “oh hell no” upon seeing his Cavs teammate’s face (via Spencer Davies on Twitter): "OH HELL NO!" Collin Sexton was a little early for his media call and jumped […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCavs season ending early may be for the best

The NBA seems ready to resume its 2019-2020 season, but the Cleveland Cavaliers will not be a part of it. 22 of the league’s 30 teams are set to take part in a heavily shortened regular-season finish prior to a somewhat normal playoff tournament. Given their 19-46 record at the time of hiatus, the Cavs […]

Collin Sexton · 4 years agoCavs' Collin Sexton surprises 20 students with $20,000 scholarships

Cavs point guard Collin Sexton has teamed up with Foot Locker to give 20 graduating students a $20,000 scholarship, per Chris Fedor of cleveland.com. Sexton is the latest NBA player to help students during the coronavirus pandemic: “Foot Locker has always been committed to inspiring and empowering young people through education and sports,” Collin Sexton […]