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In last night’s game between the Charlotte Hornets and Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to record 27,000 points, 7,000 assists, and 7,000 rebounds. Here is the 7,000th assist of James’ career from last night, a beautiful no-look dime to Tristan Thompson.

It’s a question countless NBA fans, media personalities, fellow players and wealthy businessmen have pondered for some time now: What is LeBron James’ net worth? As of right now, James has an estimated net worth of approximately $400 million, but with the increased salary in the NBA with the new TV deal, recently signing a […]

Greatness always needs a reminder. Since his return home, LeBron James has provided several of them for fans and critics. Saturday night’s matchup was another reminder for NBA, when James cashed in in his largest scoring night since returning to Cleveland against the Eastern Conference third-ranked Charlotte Hornets. But what’s remarkable is the ease with […]

There was some doubt as to the availability of several players Friday morning before the Cleveland Cavaliers back-to-back weekend at home. Kevin Love had back issues, Jr Smith suffered from the hyperextended knee earlier in the week and LeBron James is always due for playoff rest. After dismantling the shorthanded Miami Heat, the Cavs reinforced […]

By now, most sports fans know why LeBron James showed up at the United Center in a Chicago Cubs uniform (minus cleats) before a recent match-up against the Chicago Bulls. James, who is a native of Akron, Ohio, had made a friendly World Series bet with his long-time friend and former Miami Heat teammate, Dwyane […]

After defeating the Miami Heat on Friday night for their third win in a row, the Cavs may be drastically shorthanded against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night. According to Sam Amico of AmicoHoops.net, coach Tyronn Lue could opt to sit out LeBron James on the second-end of a back-to-back set. “As far as health-wise, […]

LeBron James may be the best basketball player on earth, but he may soon be surpassed by a player that’s not even in the NBA yet. Over the past couple of years, LeBron James has been sharing a lot basketball highlights of his sons Bronny and Bryce. After the Cavs’ win over the Miami Heat […]

Russell Westbrook, the gifted Oklahoma City Thunder point guard, is one of the most dangerous ball-handlers in the NBA. His on-court vision and tenacious mindset on the defensive end of the floor make him a tough mark for any opposing team. Recently, Westbrook has been on a tear, racking up several triple-double performances for his […]

It’s a fairly common sight to see celebrities attending games at NBA arenas. However, when it comes to Madison Square Garden, home of the New York Knicks, those words ring especially true. Last Wednesday night, the NBA’s defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers squared off against the Knicks inside New York’s famed arena, resulting in a lop-sided […]

On Wednesday night, the defending NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers were in New York for a matchup against the Knicks inside Madison Square Garden, which resulted in a fairly lop-sided 126-94 victory for the Cavs. Over the course of Wednesday’s game, the Cavaliers shot the three-ball at a torrid clip. In fact, in their largest margin […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers rolled into Madison Square Garden and shot the lights out to humble the Knicks. The Knicks were without Derrick Rose, and the Cavaliers were without JR Smith, but it all mattered very little as the Cavaliers destroyed the Knicks on their home floor. The shooting clinic started in the first quarter with […]

The Cavs came into New York tonight and took care of business, defeating the Knicks easily 126-94. Late in the fourth quarter of the blowout victory, LeBron James, Kyrie Irving, Richard Jefferson, Tristan Thompson, and Jordan McRae were seeing playing a little water bottle toss challenge on the bench. LeBron, Kyrie, and the Cavs doing […]

LeBron allows the drive by Carmelo Anthony, but as Iman Shumpert comes to help on the Melo shot attempt, James comes from behind to swat it right down into the ground.

LeBron James drives to the basket, and gets fouled by good friend Carmelo Anthony. No call was made, but Kevin Love recovers the loose ball. James gets the ball back, and hits a nasty fadeaway over Anthony that impresses Melo as he says something to James on the way down the court. LeBron mad they […]

I was fully ready to watch Cleveland drop a fourth straight on Monday night against the Toronto Raptors, but instead I got a wonderful surprise. Against the team that made it a priority to have home court advantage in the playoffs, the Cavs victory over the Eastern Conference runner ups brought a mild sense of […]

By now, most NBA fans have heard New York Knicks President Phil Jackson‘s “posse” comment; a remark aimed in the direction of LeBron James and his business team, Klutch Sports. RELATED: LeBron high school coach on James’ relationship with David Blatt Jackson made the remark in a story with ESPN last month. Jackson was seemingly […]

LeBron James will not be sharing pleasantries with Phil Jackson if approached by him following the heavily publicized saga between the two. Since his controversial comments about James and his inner circle, in which he used degrading language as well as calling his business partners his “posse”, Jackson shouldn’t expect James to shake his hand […]

LeBron James and his teammates will not stay at the Trump SoHo hotel in lower Manhattan when the world champions visit the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. Other members of the team will, as the Cavaliers have a contract with the 46-story luxury building which opened in 2010, but a majority of Cavs members […]

Often times, bonds between a coach and his or her players live on long after their tenure together. Hours of practice, trips to opposing schools, and simply lending a listening ear help strengthen the relationship between the two. Cleveland Cavaliers superstar and Akron, Ohio native LeBron James holds a special place in his heart for […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers got back in the winners circle on Monday night, as they defeated eastern conference rival Toronto Raptors behind a big performances from the Big Three. The Raptors entered the game on a six game winning streak, the longest in the NBA, but the Cavs were laser focused all night long and ended […]

J.R. Smith saves the ball to Kyrie Irving, who throws up an alley oop to LeBron James. James throws it down from behind the backboard and lands awkwardly, almost like he’s about to do the splits.

Quite a few eyebrows have been raised over the current three-game losing streak of last year’s NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers. However, it is often said that defeat can be learned from. Cavs Head Coach Tyronn Lue brought that ideology to his players before Sunday’s practice in the form of a lengthy film session. Coach Lue […]

LeBron James joined some rare sporting company on Thursday when he was named Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the year. He became just the second person in history to receive the award twice, and it was fitting after the unbelievable year he had. James didn’t just have an incredible year on the court where he led […]

Last season, The Cleveland Cavaliers made one of the most memorable runs through the NBA Finals in history en route to an epic come-from-behind victory over the Golden State Warriors (down three games to one). Most Cavs fans will never forget “The Block”, “The Shot”, and “The Stop” – moments that have been permanently etched […]

Sometimes we all back the wrong horse. While the Cleveland Indian’s did make a valiant effort in the 2016 World Series, The Chicago Cubs were the ultimate winners, and now some have to pay the price. LeBron James and his good friend Dwyane Wade made a friendly wager before the series started. Dwyane Wade, a […]

Iman Shumpert isn’t one to hide his feelings. He is a throwback NBA personality that will say exactly what he thinks about any given situation. Since being traded to the Cavaliers from New York, Shumpert and good friend J.R. Smith have never hesitated in stating exactly how they felt when they got that phone call. […]

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 […]

After last night’s disappointing 111-105 loss inside The United Center at the hands of the Chicago Bulls, the defending NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers have found their way into the losing column in three straight games. The Cavs gave up loads of points in the paint to the Bulls last night. In fact, 78 of Chicago’s […]

There’s always talk about ghosts when LeBron James comes to Chicago. While Michael Jordan is the typical ghost in this scenario, James managed to bring back a little ghost from the past despite the loss. You might remember this play? Recall the Cavs journey of 2015, when James made the same play to tie the […]

In a downward week for the Cavaliers, Cleveland fans have grown anxious from what they’ve seen these past few games; but the worst has yet to come. Tonight, in light of a tragic World Series collapse, LeBron James will once again carry Cleveland’s burden in the form of a bet. Honoring his end, James will […]

After dropping two straight games (Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday, L.A. Clippers last night), the Cleveland Cavaliers will need to regain their composure fairly quick. Cleveland’s schedule through the month of December isn’t getting any easier, and LeBron James knows that. After last night’s game, James spoke to members of the media with regards to last […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Chicago Bulls will meet for the first time this season tonight, December 2nd. LeBron James’ Cavs, after embarrassingly losing at home to the Clippers, will visit the United Center to take on his best friend Dwyane Wade and his Bulls. Tonight’s game, however, has more significance. James will have to pay […]

In the third quarter of tonight’s matchup between the Cavaliers and Clippers, LeBron James drove to the basket and got fouled hard by Alan Anderson. After the foul call, however, Anderson felt that James threw his arm at his face as if it was part of the flail after getting fouled. LeBron James ended up […]

LeBron James keeps winning awards. After taking home his second SI Sportsperson of the year earlier today, it was announced the LeBron James is the KIA Eastern Conference Player of the Month for games played in October and November. This award goes to the best all-around player from each conference over the course of a […]

While most NBA fans and analysts are already writing in the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors for this year’s NBA Finals, LeBron James is staying focused on the long season ahead. After Thursday’s practice at Cleveland Clinic Courts, ESPN’s Dave McMenamin asked James if the potential of a third straight NBA Finals matchup […]

A great honor has been bestowed on LeBron James, Northeast Ohio’s hometown hero. This morning, it was announced that James would be the recipient of Sports Illustrated’s Sportsperson of the Year award, an award given to athletes who embody the spirit of sportsmanship and achievement. There have been many notable athletes to win the award […]

Over the years, Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James has proven to be one of the most giving athletes of all time. Whether it be scholarships to kids in Akron or uniforms to area high school athletic programs, James has worked tirelessly to make a positive impact in Cleveland’s local communities. James’ charitable hand reaches much […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers had an uncharacteristic performance in Milwaukee last night, as they fell to the Milwaukee Bucks 101-118. After a superb first period in which they raced out to an early, double-digit lead, their energy and execution deteriorated as the night went on, so much so, that by the start of the fourth quarter […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have fallen to the Milwaukee Bucks in an underwhelming display for the world champions. After starting the game brilliantly, the Cavaliers fell apart after the first period, as they handed the Bucks a huge victory. The early signs were good for the Cavs, as the ball was moving, and paint penetration was […]