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2 days ago
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2 way-too-early Cleveland Cavaliers trade candidates in 2025-26 season
The post 2 way-too-early Cleveland Cavaliers trade candidates in 2025-26 season appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Cleveland Cavaliers will enter the new season off the back of a historic campaign that saw them finish first in the East with a 64-18 record. The fact that it all came to an end due in the conference semifinals means that their talented core still have questions to answer, and fans will be hoping the upcoming season leads to a different story. If not, two players, Jarrett Allen and Darius Garland, stand out as potential trade candidates, each for very different reasons. With Mobley's evolution as a full-time center becoming an increasingly likely scenario under head coach Kenny Atkinson, Allen's role is under scrutiny. A similar story seems to be true when it comes to Garland and Mitchell, the Cavs' franchise cornerstone. Jarrett Allen Allen's elite skilll set, which includes his rim protection and rebounding prowess, heavily overlaps with that of Evan Mobley, who is coming off a defensive player of the year campaign. However, Jarrett Allen being a potential trade candidate is not only down to concerns about his fit, but also on the financial side of things. Cleveland is currently $12.8 million over the second tax apron and facing a projected $97 million tax bill. Trading Allen's $20 million salary could put the Cavs below the apron, avoiding a $24 million tax hit while improving roster depth. Still, Allen is a proven starter, averaging 13.5 points, 9.7 rebounds and nearly two combined blocks and steals per game last season, per Basketball Reference. His rise means the Cavaliers will have no shortage of teams willing to give them decent packages, and as the Cavs look to emerge as serious title contenders in the coming time, parting with Allen may be the obvious solution. The Cavs are expected to continue building around Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell, and a potential Allen trade is bound to give them leverage to re-enter the market and find a superstar who fits better with their current core. Darius Garland On the other hand, Darius Garland represents a different kind of trade puzzle. The 25-year-old guard bounced back from an injury-marred 2023-24 season to post All-Star caliber numbers. He averaged 20.6 points, 6.7 assists, 2.8 three-pointers per game while shooting 47% from the field and 40% from the three-point zone. Yet, the pairing of Garland and Mitchell has long faced scrutiny due to their combined size, defensive struggles, and the fact that they are both players who like to be on the ball. Just like Allen, a trade involving Garland would represent a substantial return, and the Cavaliers should be able to find another All-Star caliber forward who can better complement the likes of Mobley and Mitchell. The decision, however, would not come lightly; Garland is viewed by many as the future face of the franchise should Mitchell eventually leave, and his offensive production is not easily replaced. However, the Cavs are looking to transform from regular season winners to actual title contenders, and may need to make some hard decisions in the coming time. And while both these players are likely to start the season with the Cavs, how the upcoming campaign goes may give us a better idea of where the roster is headed. Related: Kyrie Irving explains why it was time to leave LeBron James, Cavs Related: Lakers-Rockets, Warriors-Mavs highlight NBA Christmas schedule
Time of India
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jarrett Allen writes a perfect NBA love story with surprise High School Musical dance at his wedding
Image via Jarrett Allen/Instagram Jarrett Allen surprised everyone with a High School Musical dance at his wedding. The Cleveland Cavaliers' centre player grooved to the song 'We are in this together' alongside his wife. Allen married his longtime girlfriend, Jordyn January, on July 27, 2025. The duo was engaged in January 2023. Allen's dance has sent a wave of nostalgia for the fans of the movie 'High School Musical.' Jarrett Allen dances to the beats of 'We are in this together' with his wife Jordyn January Jarrett Allen wrote the perfect love story. With the dance number at his wedding to one of the most popular songs, it is just a cherry on top. The player even arranged for a romantic proposal at the beach before he got engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Jordyn January. On the day of the wedding, Allen celebrated the day with a surprise number along with January for the guests. And no other song could have served the occasion better. The duo danced to the beats of 'We are in this together.' The High School Musical number has a view count of more than 70 million on YouTube. Allen's former teammate, the Chicago Bulls' forward Isaac Okoro, shared the moment on his Instagram story. The player congratulated Allen and his wife, January, on their big day. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Resmed AirSense 11 with flat 20% off ResMed Buy Now Undo Allen received warm gestures from the fans of both the NBA and the movie High School Musical. Fans get nostalgic watching Jarrett Allen's High School Musical dance High School Musical is one of the most popular movies. Most of the songs are trending even now. Jarrett Allen successfully triggered the nostalgic emotion with his dance number. The fans started pouring in their wishes for the athlete and his wife, Jordyn January. At the same time, they even got emotional about one of their favorite movies of all time. Jonathan Demessew wrote, 'I can't believe High School Musical is almost 2 decades old btw' Another fan, Kienobi, wrote, 'Jarrett didn't just marry his wife, he married the moment' Raffael believed that the occasion and the song went hand in hand. Appreciating the moment, he wrote, 'That's awesome! Nothing like a fun dance to celebrate a special day!' Fans even appreciated the carefree attitude of the couple, Amar wrote, 'Gotta love a genuinely happy couple who don't care what peope think #nofilter' Rude Bwoy commented, 'Son having a blast at his wedding as he should' Image via NBA Central/X (Screengrab) FAQs How tall is Jarrett Allen? Jarrett Allen is 6.7 ft tall Who is Jarrett Allen's wife? Jarrett Allen married his longtime girlfriend, Jordyn January How old is Jarrett Allen? Jarrett Allen is 27 years old Also Read: NBA Trade Rumors: New York Knicks Reportedly Exploring Trade to Send $220,441,984 Big Man to the Brooklyn Nets in Blockbuster Three-Team Deal Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Golden State Warriors eye new addition, but Jarrett Allen trade looms after Kevon Looney's departure
Jarrett Allen is in Cleveland Cavaliers (Image via Instagram / @_bigjayy_) The Golden State Warriors are expected to make their first major move of the offseason. The move came after the departure of veteran center Kevon Looney, who signed with the New Orleans Pelicans. With their frontcourt depth now a pressing concern, the Warriors are actively exploring options. The two big names they have shortlisted are Al Horford and Jarrett Allen. Golden State Warriors eye Al Horford and Jarrett Allen as frontcourt fixes after Kevon Looney's departure After losing Kevon Looney to the New Orleans Pelicans, the Golden State Warriors may make their first big offseason trade. Jake Fischer of the Stein Line believes that by the end of the weekend, the organisation will have a solid chance of landing their top FA target. As per their official Facebook page, he wrote on Thursday: 'All signs, for the record, continue to point to Al Horford landing with Golden State … eventually.. Sunday will be the first day of the 2025-26 salary cap year that NBA teams can make most free agent signings and trades official.' Jarrett Allen might join Golden State Warriors (Image via Instagram / @_bigjayy_) On the other hand, Brandon Austin of PFSN claims that the team might take a bold stance this offseason. This is probably because Jarrett Allen showed up as a prime candidate for Steve Kerr's scheme. As per the Sporting News, stating his opinion, he also claimed on the same day: 'Adding (Jarrett) Allen could be a game-changing move for the Golden State Warriors, as it addresses their frontcourt issues while supporting their championship aspirations.' He further listed Jarrett Allen 's ability to score and provide interior protection as the main reasons he would succeed in San Francisco. The 6'9" centre gives the Golden State Warriors the presence they need to contend with the best teams in the NBA. He further added: 'Golden State often relied on the undersized Draymond Green to battle against bigger centers. As good a defender as Green is, he's into his mid-30s now, and banging with bigs all season long can take a toll on the body.. Allen's ability to anchor the paint would allow Green to shift back to power forward, maximizing his defensive versatility and playmaking.' In Year 8, J.A. excelled as a powerful rebounder, superb pick-and-roll finisher, reliable rim-runner, and adequate rim protector. The Texas product shot a career-high 70.6% from the field and averaged 13.5 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 0.9 blocks per game. Brandon Austin's trade idea might gain traction quickly because the Golden State Warriors need a centre. They are also rumoured to be considering a sign-and-trade with Kuminga this summer. Also read: Jarrett Allen Net Worth 2024: Career, Current Salary, and more For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Sport
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Donovan Mitchell reflects on his evolution with the Cavs as one of the veterans: "I took a step for others to continue to grow"
Donovan Mitchell reflects on his evolution with the Cavs as one of the veterans: "I took a step for others to continue to grow" originally appeared on Basketball Network. Throughout his career, Donovan Mitchell was known to do everything he could to pile up points. But since joining the Cleveland Cavaliers, the 13th overall pick of the 2017 Draft admitted that he has changed that mindset, aware that he needs to lead his younger teammates to become better. Advertisement With the Cavs, Mitchell is surrounded by young talent, including Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Aware of their potential, Donovan admits to taking a step back so these players can evolve. "I think it allowed me to look at my season in a different light. Understanding that I did take a step back for others to continue to grow. That's a thing," Mitchell shared when he spoke on the Bleacher Report with Taylor Rooks. "So I got to find ways to elevate the guys around me and allow them to grow." Mitchell admitted it took a lot of restraint to change his ways. When he was with the Utah Jazz, he recalls playing with older guys like Rudy Gobert, Joe Ingles and Mike Conley. Now, the case is different, with Mitchell being the elder statesman. "It's like a group thing and it's different. I'm the older guy. I'm not with Mike, Joe, Rudy… guys who were 10, 12 years in," he added. No place like home for Spida At 28, there is no question that at some point moving forward, Mitchell could move to another team. That depends on him or if the Cavs feel it would be necessary. Advertisement But, according to Spida, he would prefer to stay in Cleveland for a long time. He admits that he feels at peace with his current team, a place he can proudly call home. "I think for me, just being able to call a place home, be there and want to be there, and be like, 'Alright, cool, this is where I'm at. Obviously, that was huge, I'm in a new place in my life too…For me, just to be happy with Donovan, not even Donovan Mitchell," the 6'3" guard stated. Related: Kevin Garnett left Michael Jordan off his all-time starting five: "He is the god, and we copied him and s—t, but I got Kob' at my two" Cavs' outlook looks promising With Mitchell defining and accepting his role on the team, there is no question that the Cavaliers' future looks promising. Considering not many paid attention to them at the start of the 2024-25 season, their run was unprecedented. Advertisement Topping the Eastern Conference with a 64-18 win-loss record was impressive. Last season, it was the second-best record behind the 2025 champion Oklahoma City Thunder. At one point, it appeared they were on a collision course to face the Thunder in what could have been a fascinating duel. That was until the Indiana Pacers entered the picture. The Pacers were also unheralded but surprised many with their postseason run. It all started with their unexpected win over the Milwaukee Bucks in the first round. Most felt it was pure luck and the Cavs would push them back to reality. Instead, it was the Pacers who brought the Cavs crashing back to reality. They won 4-1 and carried that momentum to the NBA finals. For Cleveland, it was a reality check that work still needs to be done. Advertisement Like the Thunder and the Pacers, the Cavaliers have a young core that has proven itself. Despite being ousted in the second round of the playoffs for the second year in a row, there is time to re-assess what Cleveland is lacking. Mitchell embracing the leadership role and is taking it upon himself to guide his young teammates is a step in the right direction. Will it be a different story next season? After being stopped dead in their tracks, the bar is arguably higher for the Cavaliers. Related: "People don't know how strong that guy is" - Kevin McHale on Larry Bird's most underrated trait as a player This story was originally reported by Basketball Network on Jul 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Sport
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NBA rumors: Kevin O'Connor suggests Cavs try LeBron James trade with Lakers
The post NBA rumors: Kevin O'Connor suggests Cavs try LeBron James trade with Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints. With LeBron James opting into his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-2026 season, many assume he is returning for one final season. However, NBA reporter Kevin O'Connor proposed an interesting trade idea that the Cleveland Cavaliers could offer the Los Angeles Lakers to bring 'The King' back home for one last ride. Advertisement The Cavaliers could pull off the blockbuster trade with an offer based around point guard Darius Garland and All-Star center Jarrett Allen, according to O'Connor. The reporter believes the trade would actually be beneficial for Cleveland's short-term and long-term outlook. 'LeBron James to the Cavaliers would require getting under the second apron, which would mean losing Jarrett Allen, Darius Garland and a third guy,' O'Connor tweeted. 'It's a lot to give up for a player who may not put you over the top and may have only one year left. Then again, Allen has folded in the playoffs and Garland is a tiny guard. Could trading them be a low-key salary dump for Cleveland? 'Then, whenever LeBron retires, the front office would have cap flexibility to build next to Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley with better-fitting players than Allen and Garland. So in a strange way, adding LeBron could help them optimize their short-term title odds while also helping in the long term.' James, 40, continues to mull retirement each offseason, but has yet to show any signs of significant decline on the court. His decision to exercise his player option instead of re-negotiating his deal furthers his one-year-at-a-time approach. However, James' agent, Rich Paul, recently raised another question with his comments on his client's latest career decision. LeBron James' agent Rich Paul sparks Lakers trade rumors David Richard-Imagn Images After James opted into his final contract year, Paul raised eyebrows with his cryptic comments on the decision. Paul told ESPN's Shams Charania that James 'wants to compete for a championship' and wants to end his career with a team that has a 'realistic chance' to give him his fifth ring. Paul's comments alluded to their belief that the Lakers are not in a position to win a title. Advertisement James managed to check off the final item on his retirement bucket list by playing with his son, Bronny James, for the Lakers. With nothing else left to prove in his dominant career, James seems to continue to be on the brink of retirement. Related: Ranking 5 best LeBron James trade destinations after Rich Paul's bombshell Lakers quotes Related: NBA rumors: Ty Jerome garnering interest from Warriors, according to Zach Lowe
