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Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert says he and teammates not surprised Kyrie Irving requested trade

It has been nearly three weeks since the Cleveland Cavaliers have officially traded All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics. This was a situation that had quickly snowballed in the few weeks beforehand that eventually led to the Cavaliers pulling the trigger on a deal to move one of their star players. However, […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert on LeBron James-Kyrie Irving's relationship

Shortly after the conclusion of the 2016-17 NBA season, reports began to surface which stated Kyrie Irving had requested a trade from Cleveland Cavaliers team owner Dan Gilbert and (then) general manager David Griffin in a private meeting. News of Irving’s request for a trade came as a surprise to many, including his own teammates. […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert says he sings while playing on the court

Most basketball players have a routine that they like to go through prior to stepping up to the charity stripe for a free-throw attempt, right? Some like to position one foot directly behind the nail (a small marker on the middle of the charity stripe), while others like standing to the left or right of […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert says no hard feelings after Kyrie Irving trade

Prior to the Cleveland Cavaliers dealing away Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics last month, there was plenty of uneasiness around the organization stemming from the situation. This remained after Irving stated during his introductory press conference with Celtics that he has yet to speak to LeBron James. Despite that, Iman Shumpert believes that this hasn’t […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert discusses how recent star-studded pickup game came to fruition

With the start of the 2017-18 NBA season approaching fast, several players have been working out in various gyms across the country to prepare for the upcoming grind. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Iman Shumpert can be counted among those who are honing their craft this offseason. Over the weekend, the savvy defenseman took part in a […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Raptors, Kings, and Pelicans interested in Iman Shumpert

With the trade of Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics, the Cavs brought in a very good wing player in Jae Crowder. Crowder’s versatility will be welcomed to Cleveland, as he can play and guard the shooting guard, small forward, and power forward positions. With the offseason additions of Jeff Green and Cedi Osman, the […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert not worried about facing off against Kyrie Irving because he knows all his moves

TMZ recently caught up with Cleveland Cavaliers guard Iman Shumpert to ask him how he feels about facing off against his former teammate, Kyrie Irving. As most NBA fans know by now, the Cavs finalized a trade earlier this week that sent Irving to the Boston Celtics for Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic, the […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Lil Kev lives on, thanks to Iman Shumpert

With the start of the 2017-18 NBA season fast approaching, several players around the league have already begun their preparations for the upcoming grind, including Cleveland Cavaliers guard Iman Shumpert. After completing a strenuous lifting session on Tuesday, Shumpert, known for his sense of humor, posted a video for his followers on social media. In […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert supported Teyana Taylor at VMAs

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Iman Shumpert is best known for his defensive prowess on the basketball court. However, off the court, “Shump,” as he is more commonly known, is an excellent family man. On Sunday, MTV held their annual Video Music Awards show in Southern California. After walking the red carpet in her Janet Jackson-inspired ensemble, […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Cleveland not closing door on making another trade

The Cleveland Cavaliers might not be done dealing just yet. Even after getting a great return for Kyrie Irving in the form of Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic, and the 2018 Brooklyn Nets pick (a trade that’s actually on the verge of being voided), ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reports that the Cavs are “not closing the […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoThe Cleveland Cavaliers turned their off season around

If given only one word to describe this Cleveland off-season, I’d chose value. That’s not necessarily a good thing. Every move made was a highly calculated move that provided excess benefit to the cost paid, and in a vacuum, Cleveland did add several value contracts in both the player and personnel departments. That being said […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert fires back at trade request rumors

It was widely reported on Friday that veteran guard Iman Shumpert had requested a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers prior to the trade deadline, and again at the end of this past season. Since then, the report has been refuted, and now Shumpert has weighed in on the situation by directly singling out Dave McMenamin […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert also requested trade after end of season

While most have now seen the dust start to settle after the Cleveland Cavaliers sent an unhappy Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics for a bundle including All-Star point guard Isaiah Thomas, there might still be another piece that is waiting to shipped off. According to a report by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, forward Iman Shumpert […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs news: Iman Shumpert addresses trade rumors this offseason

The Cleveland Cavaliers entered this offseason as runner-ups from the 2016-17 NBA season, falling to the Golden State Warriors in five games. With the team always looking to improve via free agency or trade, one of the players that’s always been rumored to be on his way out is guard/forward Iman Shumpert. The six-year guard […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert starred in Drew League match together with The Game

The Drew League is continuing to draw some of the best professionals and amateur players to see action in the annual summer tournament. Even celebrities are taking part in the competition, and the most recent one to bring his talents is rapper and actor The Game. He starred in a match over the weekend together […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoHow Kobe Bryant's ongoing influence on Kyrie Irving put the Cavaliers in such a peculiar situation

The NBA world was rocked just days ago as reports surfaced Cleveland Cavaliers’ mesmerizing point guard Kyrie Irving had put in a trade request. Fresh off their third straight NBA Finals appearance, it was a shock wave that was felt through the entire NBA community as the news broke. Cavs’ power forward Kevin Love was […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert to make guest appearance on Comedy Central tonight

Cleveland Cavaliers swingman Iman Shumpert is known as one of the more humorous, up-beat members of the team. Since joining the Cavs in 2014, “Shump,” as he has came to be known, has endeared himself to fans and teammates alike with his antics, both on and off the court. It seems the executives at Comedy […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoReport: Cavs' discussions with Rockets for an Iman Shumpert trade gets stalled

The Cleveland Cavaliers were previously reported to be engaged in trade talks with the Houston Rockets that would send Iman Shumpert to the West Coast. However, Shams Charania of The Vertical is reporting that talks have become stalled and it could have been influenced by the Rockets’ agreement with P.J. Tucker. For now, Cavs/Rockets deal […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoShipping away Iman Shumpert makes perfect sense, financially, for Cavs

Earlier today, multiple reports surfaced stating that the Eastern Conference champion Cleveland Cavaliers have been engaged in trade discussions with several teams around the NBA, primarily the Houston Rockets, about the availability of swingman Iman Shumpert. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Shumpert would be sent to the Rockets in an effort to free up a […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoReport: Cavs in serious talks to trade Iman Shumpert to Rockets

In the last several days, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been active in the trade market looking for ways to improve their roster prior to next season. This has now led them down the path of possibly moving veteran guard Iman Shumpert to the Houston Rockets, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Cleveland's in talks with Houston […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoReport: Cavs hold discussions with various teams about possible Iman Shumpert trade

As this year’s free agency gears continue to grind, the Eastern Conference champion Cleveland Cavaliers remain at the forefront of several discussions and rumors. By now, Cavs fans have been through the ringer, with talks of who the team is interested in and what pieces could be acquired to bolster the ranks. Now, just one […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoVideo: Zaza Pachulia takes blatant shot at Iman Shumpert

Late in the third quarter of tonight’s Game 4 matchup of the NBA Finals, Warriors forward Zaza Pachulia took a blatant shot at Cavaliers guard Iman Shumpert. Facing a large deficit at the time, the Warriors seemed to be playing a bit dirty. On a loose ball play, Pachulia and Shumpert both dove to the […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert cramped up after Game 2, starting role possible

The Cleveland Cavaliers struggled once again in Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors falling 132-113 on Sunday night. Following the game, Dave McMenamin of ESPN revealed that Iman Shumpert was dealing with cramping in the second half but a return to the starting lineup could be the books. Even with […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoWatch: Guillermo tries to get Iman Shumpert to eat a tamale

As he was last year, Jimmy Kimmel’s trusty sidekick, Guillermo Rodriguez, was at today’s NBA Finals media availability. No matter where Guillermo goes, laughter quickly follows, as Cleveland Cavaliers guard Iman Shumpert discovered. During a break in today’s media action, Guillermo came to Shumpert, who was seated on the courtside bench. In what can only […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert talks about defending point guards

Now that the Boston Celtics have defeated the Washington Wizards in seven games in the second-round, the Cleveland Cavaliers now know who they will be facing in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Celtics are led by All-Star point guard Isaiah Thomas, who could potentially give the Cavs all they can handle. The Cavs though, are […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert chimes in on Zaza Pachulia's controversial foul

As a result of Kawhi Leonard‘s ankle injury in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals last night, there are some basketball fans and analysts who feel that more needs to be done to protect the players. Cleveland Cavaliers swingman Iman Shumpert chimed in with his opinion on the Leonard’s unfortunate injury after today’s practice […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs workout suddenly becomes a dance party for LeBron James, Kyrie Irving, Iman Shumpert

On Wednesday afternoon, the NBA’s defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers were back in the gym to prepare for the Eastern Conference Finals, where they’ll face either the Boston Celtics or Washington Wizards (Boston currently leads series three games to two). The Cavaliers are obviously one of the most dangerous squads in the association, but basketball isn’t […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert credits Dahntay Jones for keeping him in playoff shape

The NBA’s defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers have several role players on their roster. Some are scorers, others are facilitators. When it comes to enforcers on the team, that honor belongs to Dahntay Jones. Jones, 36, isn’t just an enforcer, though. As Joe Vardon of cleveland.com reports in his recent article, the savvy defender has also […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs become first team in NBA playoff history to start two consecutive postseasons 8-0

The Cleveland Cavaliers have stormed to their third straight Eastern Conference Finals with a convincing sweep of the Toronto Raptors. After dispatching the Indiana Pacers in the fist-round, the Cavs have gone from strength to strength as they demolished a Raptors roster that was specifically designed to take down LeBron James and co. It seems […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoTyronn Lue cites J.R. Smith and Iman Shumpert's hand in LeBron James' stellar play

Two nights ago, the NBA’s defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers squared off against the Toronto Raptors inside Quicken Loans Arena for Game 2 of Eastern Conference Semifinals. When the smoke cleared inside The Q, the Cavs had won their sixth straight game of this season’s playoffs by way of a 125-103 runaway victory. LeBron James led all […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert and J.R. Smith comment on LeBron James' conditioning regiment

There are few professional athletes who take preparation and conditioning more seriously than Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James. “I’m feeling pretty good,” James told Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com after posting 39 points in last night’s 125-103 win over the Toronto Raptors. “My teammates do a great job of putting me in position, my coaching staff […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert laughs at Twitter jokes about his wild hair

A man of many looks, Iman Shumpert always has one of the more unique hair styles in the NBA. Like for Game 1 against the Toronto Raptors on Monday, Shumpert was in a giant afro. But while Shumpert pulled off the afro and didn’t look that ridiculous, Twitter still had plenty of jokes for the […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert will not face judge for DUI charge until after NBA Finals

In August of 2016, Cleveland Cavaliers swingman Iman Shumpert was arrested and charged with a DUI count for operating a vehicle under the influence just outside of Atlanta, Georgia. A Fayette County sheriff’s deputy initially stopped Shumpert for failing to maintain his lane. During the traffic stop, Shumpert reportedly admitted to smoking marijuana before driving. Reports […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoWhat Dahntay Jones said to Norman Powell that warranted an ejection in Game 1

With 18.7 seconds remaining in last night’s Game 1 matchup of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, Cleveland Cavaliers forward and enforcer Dahntay Jones was ejected as a result of two consecutive technical fouls. With the game well in-hand, Cavs head coach Tyronn Lue elected to give Jones, known to be an enforcer of sorts, some playing […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoIman Shumpert says he'd like to dunk more after Game 1 win against Raptors

Last night, the NBA’s defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers sent a stern message to the Toronto Raptors by way of a dominating 116-105 victory in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Cavaliers head coach Tyronn Lue had high praise for Iman Shumpert after last night’s game. Shumpert did an excellent job defending Raptors All-Stars DeMar […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoCavs get hot from deep, burn the Raptors in Game 1

The Cleveland Cavaliers came out hot in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, scorching the Toronto Raptors with a 10-0 run and taking an early 13-3 lead. The Raptors answered with a 10-0 run of their own, but the Cavs just kept pouring it on. Another 10-0 Cavs run had the champs leading by […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoVideo: Iman Shumpert posterizes Serge Ibaka with massive one-handed slam

Iman Shumpert made Raptors forward Serge Ibaka, one of the best shot blockers in the league, look absolutely ridiculous for jumping in Game 1 on Monday. The Cavs guard needed just a little bit of space in the paint to elevate right over Ibaka and throw down a nasty one-handed slam. Shumpert even had enough […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoLeBron James struggles to remember the last time he lost in the first round of the playoffs

As a result of a four-game sweep of the Indiana Pacers in their first-round matchup, the defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers have advanced to the semifinal round of this year’s NBA Playoffs. The Cavs have about a week to prepare for their next game (May 1st). Whether it be against the Toronto Raptors or Milwaukee Bucks, […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoTyronn Lue comments on defensive strategy against Paul George and the Pacers

As a result of their 4-0 series sweep against the Indiana Pacers, the Cleveland Cavaliers are through to the next round of the 2016-17 NBA Playoffs. After Sunday’s 106-102 closeout win, Cavaliers head coach Tyronn Lue spoke to members of the media about his game plans against Paul George, who recorded just 15 points (5-of-21 […]

Iman Shumpert · 8 years agoLeBron James praises Cavaliers bench after Game 3

In Thursday night’s Game 3 matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers, NBA fans witnessed one of the greatest come-from-behind victories in postseason history. Down 25 points at halftime inside a hostile Bankers Life Fieldhouse, the Cavs were in trouble. Slowly but surely, the Cavs began cutting into Indiana’s big lead in the second […]