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After blasting out of the games to a 13-2 record, the Cleveland Cavaliers have lost three consecutive games in rather disappointing fashions. After getting blown out by the Milwaukee Bucks and L.A. Clippers, which was followed by a horrible showing defensively against the Bulls, the Cavs still hold the best record in the East. A […]

With the return of JR Smith and LeBron James, the Cavaliers used their loss against the Pacers as motivation in destroying the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. The Pistons were without starting point guard Reggie Jackson, and their task to overcome the Cavs was made almost impossible, as the wine and gold came out with […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers received a huge boost tonight as head coach Tyronn Lue confirmed LeBron James and JR Smith will return to the starting lineup for tonight’s matchup with the Pistons. After missing his third straight game against the Indiana Pacers, JR Smith is a welcomed addition to the starting lineup. His floor spacing and […]

One of J.R. Smith’s childhood dreams will soon be realized in his hometown of Millstone Township, New Jersey. Smith and his father are opening a new lifestyle/sneaker store called Team Swish. J.R. spoke with Jared Zwerling of the NBPA, saying: “Ever since I got back with my wife, Jewel, last year and proposed to her […]

In a recent sit-down interview with Pierce Simpson of Complex News, Iman Shumpert discussed the Cavaliers’ championship celebration while roasting a few of his teammates. One of Simpson’s first questions touched on the team’s tendency to celebrate “shirtlessness.” When asked how it all started, Shumpert smiled, replying: “I think it was just the vibe – […]

The line between the limelight and spotlight is often times a fickle one. From the casual New York pandemonium to the championship or bust Cleveland drama, former Carmelo Anthony outcasts JR Smith and Iman Shumpert found their true colors this year with their first rings. With over 1.3 million people drowning the Land, Smith and […]

J.R. Smith was never labeled a winner and was never expected to be a winner. He was always troubled and never seemed to be fully able to focus on the game. That is, until he arrived in Cleveland. Since he got to “The Land,” Smith has been nothing short of a professional working hard to […]

On the eve of Game 7 between the Cavs and Warriors, both teams are having trouble sleeping before the big game. J.R. Smith, for one, had some friends over at his hotel room to play video games at around 11 PM PST (3 AM EST) before the biggest game of their careers. How else would […]

J.R. Smith has always been considered a troublesome guy in the league, whether it was because he goes to too many parties or just isn’t focused on the game. Since he’s arrived in Cleveland, I’m sure all of The Land can agree with me when I say he’s been nothing short of spectacular. That continued […]

J.R. Smith has been a lifesaver for the Cavs this season, knocking down three pointers at a sometimes insane, but not surprising, rate. According to Chris Haynes of Cleveland.com, Smith will become a free agent at the end of this season after declining to pick up his player option for the 2016-17 season. RELATED: VIDEO: […]

After missing 21 games due to a wrist injury, surgery and rehab process, Cavs shooting guard Iman Shumpert has been taken off the injured reserve list. His anticipated activation has stretched for weeks without return dates, the best report being “a chance” for a comeback from head coach David Blatt on their upcoming road trip. […]

LeBron James was J.R. Smith’s biggest fan when talks heated up about Smith coming to Cleveland back in January. Now, after more than a month and a half of discussion in free agency, J.R. Smith and the Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed on a new 2-year, $5 million contract. On Thursday, J.R. Smith posted the announcement […]

After Bulls Point Guard Derrick Rose won Game Three with a miraculous buzzer-beater off the glass, the Cavs went back to the hotel with broken hearts, aching muscles and a game down in the series. Recovery was the top priority. After a yoga session and media scrutiny, the Cavs walked back into the United Center […]

Trading Dion Waiters and multiple picks for Iman Shumpert, J.R. Smith and Timofey Mozgov initially relayed a controversial rep for the Cavaliers. However, the driving force to these criticisms was carried by the momentum of their disappointing play. Naturally, high-strung media sources exacerbated the rumors, pegging the franchise’s issues around player-coach drama and a saturated […]

With LeTank James, Irving’s machine gun quickness and Love’s rocket launcher, Dion Waiters was an explosive that never found its place in Cleveland’s army. With all the fire power, the Cavs looked for defense, and they found it via a three-way deal between New York and Oklahoma City. Bringing in Iman Shumpert and J.R. Smith […]