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John Beilein may have already stepped down as the Cleveland Cavaliers’ head coach, but he made a lasting impression to the Cavs and to Kevin Love before he officially resigned. On Wednesday, Beilein reportedly met with his players to announce his decision to turn over the head coaching duties to JB Bickerstaff. Such move, however, […]

JB Bickerstaff has officially risen to the head coaching position with the Cleveland Cavaliers following John Beilein’s resignation from the Cavs on Wednesday. Although the Cavs front office viewed Bickerstaff as Beilein’s eventual successor to begin with, this change was not expected to come so quickly. Bickerstaff said Beilein wanted to “help build a foundation:” […]

The John Beilein era is over in Cleveland after less than one full season. Beilein resigned from his position as head coach of the Cavs on Wednesday, citing health reasons as the key component behind his decision. Former assistant J.B. Bickerstaff will be promoted to head coach. Bickerstaff—a longtime assistant in the league—previously coached the […]

John Beilein resigned from his position as Cleveland Cavaliers head coach on Wednesday after the Cavs discussed it with him during the All-Star break. Though Beilein has not been totally removed from the organization — Beilein is expected to be reassigned — he will have a diminished role all the same. In a statement, Beilein […]

John Beilein has resigned from his position as head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Cavs general manager Koby Altman announced on Wednesday. Beilein will be reassigned to a different role within the organization: “Over these last nine months, I have given my all to this organization, but after much reflection, I have decided that it […]

Shortly after news of John Beilein’s departure form the Cavs went public, several reports were released indicating that newly-acquired center Andre Drummond had levied an ultimatum against his new team. Now the former UConn standout is making an attempt to clear the air. Drummond’s alleged ultimatum was said to be about Beilein’s future with the […]

John Beilein is walking away from more than $12 million after deciding to part ways with the Cavs, according to a report from The Athletic. Beilein joined the Cavs prior to the start of this season, agreeing to the terms of a four-year deal. At first, it seemed the 67-year-old would be the right man […]

Many have been left wondering how John Beilein’s short stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers came to such an abrupt end. According to Shams Charania, Joe Vardon, and Jason Lloyd of The Athletic, the former Cavs coach was viewed as “a dictator,” a 67-year-old coach who ruled with an iron fist and failed to adapt to […]

A Jan. 8 incident in which Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein referred to his players like “a bunch of thugs” might be the pivotal moment that put him in a place of no return with the Cavs and his players. Beilein was informed of what he had said by his assistant and immediately attempted […]

Newcomer Andre Drummond had expressed a lack of interest to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers had John Beilein remained as the Cavs head coach past this 2019-20 season, according to Jason Lloyd of The Athletic (h/t Keith Britton 92.3 The Fan). Beilein, who signed a five-year deal with the Cavs this past summer, is slated […]

The John Beilein experience for the Cleveland Cavaliers lasted 54 games. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Cavs and Beilein negotiated a financial settlement that will pay him a portion of the remaining money on his 2019-20 contract on Tuesday. Many are wondering how someone could leave a job just 54 games into a […]

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein is officially leaving the Cavs organization after just half a season, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. As reported earlier, JB Bickerstaff will take over as full-time head coach — not on an interim basis. Story filed to ESPN: After a brief and tumultuous tenure, John Beilein is leaving […]

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein and the Cavs are expected to part ways by Wednesday, according to Shams Charania and Jason Lloyd of The Athletic. Beilein signed a five-year deal with the Cavs last summer. However, the losses combined with private and public skirmishes with his players have worn on Beilein. John Beilein is […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are facing a potential coaching crisis, as the newly-signed John Beilein could step down as soon as this week or at season’s end. Yet the 67-year-old isn’t the only one who’s seen the urge to flee the Cavs, as former coach Larry Drew was hoping to step down last season too before […]

On May 13th of last year, the Cleveland Cavaliers named John Beilein their new head coach, signing him to a five-year contract. Now, during the All-Star break of his first season, reports are that Beilein is ready to step away from the Cavs. The season has gone far from smoothly, but this is still a […]

Former Cleveland Cavaliers big man Kendrick Perkins says Cavs head coach John Beilein needs to go immediately. Perkins was never a fan of the Cavs hiring Beilein in the first place. After @WojESPN & @windhorstESPN's report that John Beilein is considering resigning as Cavaliers' coach & that "the partnership is headed to an inevitable split," […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are bound to have their sixth head coach in seven years after reports that newcomer John Beilein, who was signed to a five-year deal in the summer, will not continue at the helm of the Cavs. Whether he calls it quits soon or finishes out the season, the Beilein era is clearly […]

Cavs head coach John Beilein is meeting with team owner Dan Gilbert on Monday to discuss his options for the future, according to a report from Shams Charania of The Athletic. Beilein is expected to either step down this week or at the end of the season. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski noted Sunday night that Beilein […]

The Cavs hired John Beilein as their head coach prior to the start of the 2019-20 NBA season. At the time, the organization, as well as its fans, had high hopes for the future. He was the man who was tasked with developing the young players on the roster, and most thought he was a […]

In the midst of all the festivities of All-Star Weekend, the Cavs were not exactly the most jovial of camps, with recent news emerging about first-year head coach John Beilein being on the brink of stepping down from his post. Cavs second-year combo guard Collin Sexton recently provided some insight on the situation. According to […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers might be fielding in a new head coach after the NBA All-Star break and parting ways with John Beilein. According to ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski, the Cavs might be looking to relieve the 67-year-old tactician from his duties. Details of the inevitable separation — including his possible replacement — are yet to […]

Andre Drummond made his Cleveland Cavaliers debut on Sunday, logging 19 points (7-of-17 from the floor, 3-of-7 from the line), a career-high two 3-pointers, 14 rebounds, three assists, two steals, and a block in 29 minutes of play. Despite his efforts, however, the Cavs suffered an embarrassing blowout victory at the hands of the Los […]

Cavs forward Kevin Love led several of his young teammates in a verse of Happy Birthday for first-year head coach John Beilein during Wednesday’s shootaround in Oklahoma City. Keeping with team tradition, rookies and newer players on the roster were asked to start the song while Love held the mic: With a little help from […]

Just two days after turning 20 years old, Cleveland Cavaliers rookie guard Darius Garland was rested for the first time in his career. Garland, who was held out of the Cavs’ Tuesday contest against the New Orleans Pelicans, has been a vital developmental cog for the Cavaliers in 2019-20, the first season in which John […]

Cleveland Cavaliers players addressed the media on Friday in the aftermath of John Beilein’s verbal mishap, in which he referred to his players as “thugs,” though he insisted he meant to say “slugs.” But one player who repeatedly sidestepped Beilein questions was veteran big man Tristan Thompson. Thompson gave a series of cryptic answers when […]

Tensions are running high in Cleveland. The Cavs are dealing with the fallout of head coach John Beilein calling his team “thugs,” though Beilein insisted he meant “slugs.” While the organization has said Beilein will remain the team’s head coach, not all of the players seem very enthused about playing for him in light of […]

Shaquille O’Neal ripped into the Cleveland Cavaliers after a drama-filled week involving head coach John Beilein saying his team is no longer playing “like a bunch of thugs” during a film session. Beilein amended his statement to say he meant to use the word “slugs” instead of “thugs,” which his players had found offensive, soon-after […]

Cleveland Cavaliers second-year guard Collin Sexton has come to the defense of under fire Cavs head coach, John Beilein. Recently, the 66-year-old shot caller was surrounded by controversy after he mistakenly used the word “thugs” to describe his team, when what he allegedly meant was “slugs.” For his part, Collin Sexton confirmed that his coach […]

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein gave a heartfelt apology to his team for a recent film-session incident in which he said they no longer played “like a bunch of thugs,” according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Cavs plan on moving forward with Beilein as head coach. Beilein had corrected his statement to say he […]

More rumors have now come out of the Cleveland Cavaliers camp pertaining to head coach John Beilein’s unsavory relationship with his players. Recently, team insider Joe Vardon reported that another thing Cavs players dislike about Beilein’s coaching style is his knack for putting too much emphasis on film sessions. An irony in the latest Beilein […]

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein, who recently called his Cavs players a “bunch of thugs,” apologized and clarified his statement. Per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, Beilein said that he meant to use the word “slugs” to describe his players’ poor execution. “I didn’t realize that I had said the word ‘thugs,’ but my staff […]

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein did not provide much clarity when asked about Kevin Love’s recent frustrations with the team and management prior to Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Beilein said the Cavs will handle potential discipline internally and also stated any potential issues between Love and the young players would be addressed […]

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love is no longer hiding his frustrations towards the disenchanted Cavs franchise. After reportedly figuring in a heated argument with Cavs general manager Koby Altman in front of his teammates, Love’s resentment with his current situation carried over in the team’s 106-121 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday. With […]

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein lauded Toronto Raptors guards Kyle Lowry and Fred VanVleet after the Raptors beat the Cavs on Tuesday night. Beilein spoke on Toronto’s “experienced” guard play, stating that he would love for Collin Sexton and Darius Garland to be able to garner the same level of knowledge and savvy: John […]

Many believe that the Utah Jazz came out as the clear-cut winners of their early-season trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers, acquiring Jordan Clarkson in exchange for Dante Exum and two second-round draft picks last week. But as far as Cavs head coach John Beilein, the swap wasn’t as one-sided as most people make it out to […]

For coach John Beilein, the NBA moment of the decade is when the Cleveland Cavaliers won the 2016 NBA title, per Cavs beat reporter Chris Fedor. Beilein answered the question without hesitation. While some may not agree with him, the Cavs’ 3-1 comeback against the 73-win Golden State Warriors squad is definitely in the running […]

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach John Beilein had high praise for Cavs forward Tristan Thompson after Thompson scored 12 points and pulled down 15 rebounds during Cleveland’s win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. Beilein credited Thompson for his effort around the rim and insatiable passion. Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com also added that the veteran forward […]

The talent of the Boston Celtics was on full display on Friday. Facing off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Celtics duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown would torch the Cavs’ defense to the tune of a combined 64 points. For the Cavs, Kevin Love’s 30 points weren’t enough for the team to avoid a […]

Several Cavs players have initiated a new motto in an attempt to improve their transition defense. It’s a four letter acronym (GTFB), and it rhymes with “get the puck back.” So far, though, the team hasn’t lived up to its new mantra. Cleveland has struggled to find any sort of rhythm through the first quarter […]