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Jonathan Kuminga Emerging as a Cavaliers Sign-and-Trade Target
Free-agent forward Jonathan Kuminga is drawing sign-and-trade interest from the Cavaliers, according to Evan Sidery. Cleveland is reportedly discussing a possible framework with the Hawks, who hold Kuminga's rights. The deal would only come into play if the Cavaliers miss out on LeBron James in free agency, making this more of a backup plan than an imminent move. Kuminga averaged 12.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists last season between Golden State and Atlanta, showing value as a downhill scorer off the bench. A move to Cleveland would likely put him behind Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley and an established rotation, limiting his usage. The reported Lakers pitch, which would give him a starting role next to Luka Doncic, remains the better fantasy outcome.
Source: Evan Sidery
Source: Evan Sidery
Nae'Qwan Tomlin Scores 20 Points in Cavaliers Loss
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Nae'Qwan Tomlin finished with 20 points, six rebounds, four assists, three steals, and one block across 29 minutes in Friday's 99-93 Summer League loss to the Indiana Pacers. Tomlin tied Meleek Thomas for the team lead in scoring and gave Cleveland one of its best two-way lines despite the loss. The 25-year-old already flashed late-season upside with a 26-point regular-season game in April, and this outing showed the same activity-based appeal. Tomlin is still working toward a consistent offensive role, but his ability to rebound, defend, and hit enough jumpers could help him earn a longer look in Cleveland's rotation.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Dean Wade Signs With 76ers
According to Shams Charania of ESPN, free-agent forward Dean Wade signed a four-year, $39 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. Wade averaged 5.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.4 blocks, and 0.7 steals while shooting 36.2 percent from beyond the arc in 22.3 minutes per game across 59 regular-season contests last season. The 29-year-old spent the first seven years of his career with the Cavs and should provide veteran depth in Philadelphia's frontcourt.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Evan Mobley Finishes Season-Ending Loss With 15 Points
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley tallied 15 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and one steal in Monday's 130-93 blowout loss to the New York Knicks. Mobley, who finished 7-for-15 from the field in Game 4, played well throughout the series, but the Cavaliers fell well short in other areas. The 24-year-old finished the second season of a five-year, $269 million contract. In 2025-26, Mobley averaged career highs with 1.7 blocks and 3.6 assists. While his three-point efficiency declined, Mobley still notched 18.2 points and grabbed 9.0 rebounds per game. His high-level two-way ability makes Mobley an outstanding fantasy asset, and he hasn't even reached his prime yet.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Evan Mobley Tallies Series-High 24 Points on Saturday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley recorded 24 points, six rebounds, two assists, one block, and one three-pointer in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 loss to the New York Knicks. The 24-year-old was a primary bright spot for Cleveland in the defeat, finishing 10-for-18 from the field and 3-for-4 from the free-throw line. While Mobley provided efficient scoring and defensive versatility, the Cavaliers struggled to contain a high-powered Knicks offense led by Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Despite Cleveland's star-studded lineup of James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, and Jarrett Allen remaining healthy for this contest, the team now faces a daunting 0-3 series deficit in the Eastern Conference Finals. Mobley has been a reliable fantasy performer throughout the 2026 postseason, but he will need to find another gear to keep the Cavaliers' season alive and avoid a sweep in Game 4.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Evan Mobley Fills the Box Score in Game 2 Loss
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley chipped in 14 points, six rebounds, three assists, and two blocks in Thursday's 109-93 Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks, knocking down two threes on 5-for-8 shooting. The 2024-25 Defensive Player of the Year stretched the floor and protected the rim, but his rebounding dropped off sharply from the 14 boards he grabbed in Game 1. Cleveland's frontcourt simply couldn't generate enough second-chance offense once an 18-0 Knicks third-quarter run flipped the game. Mobley remains a steady multi-category contributor whose blocks, boards, and improving outside touch give him a high fantasy floor even on a down scoring night. With the series shifting to Rocket Arena, expect his interior workload against Karl-Anthony Towns to climb in a near-elimination Game 3.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Evan Mobley Bags Second Consecutive Double-Double
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley registered his second consecutive double-double with 15 points and a game-high 14 rebounds in Tuesday's 115-104 overtime loss to the New York Knicks. He blocked three shots and dished out three assists, but Mobley had little impact late in the game, when Cleveland fell apart and blew a 22-point fourth-quarter lead. Typically an efficient scorer, Mobley went 6-for-16 from the field and 2-for-8 from downtown during the Eastern Conference Finals opener. He will hope to turn things around in Game 3, where Mobley has a chance to record his first three-game postseason double-double streak since 2024.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Dean Wade Returns to Starting Unit Tuesday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade will rejoin the starting lineup for Game 1 against the New York Knicks on Tuesday. In Sunday's Game 7 matchup with Detroit, Wade was benched in favor of Max Strus. He's now getting a new opportunity to start, though this is unlikely to impact his numbers. Wade has been limited to 4.7 points and 4.2 rebounds in 23.4 minutes per game this postseason. Strus makes a living as a three-point specialist and may get another chance in the first unit later in the series.
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
Source: Cleveland Cavaliers
Larry Nance Jr. is Questionable for Game 1 on Tuesday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is listed as questionable ahead of Tuesday's Game 1 against the New York Knicks. Nance was forced to miss Games 6 and 7 of the previous series against the Detroit Pistons due to an illness. There's a chance that Nance misses the beginning of this series as well. He played a total of five minutes during the series against the Toronto Raptors and didn't play at all versus the Pistons. The status of Nance isn't crucial unless Evan Mobley or Jarrett Allen pick up an injury. He won't be a viable DFS option even if he does suit up on Tuesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Evan Mobley Posts Versatile Double-Double in Game 7
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley accounted for 21 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, two steals, two blocks, and one three-pointer in Sunday's 125-94 Game 7 win over the Detroit Pistons. The 24-year-old shot 7-for-10 from the field and 6-for-11 at the line while delivering his first double-double of the series. Mobley averaged 18.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists during the regular season, and his ability to pair interior scoring with defensive production keeps him firmly in the top tier of fantasy big men when Cleveland gives him this much two-way responsibility.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Larry Nance Jr. Won't Play Sunday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (illness) won't be in action on Sunday night against the Detroit Pistons. He will sit out a second consecutive contest due to illness. Nance Jr. has averaged just 2.5 minutes across two postseason games, so he's simply been a warm body on the bench. His absence won't affect Cleveland's rotation. The starting frontcourt of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley should carry a heavy workload in Sunday's do-or-die matchup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Larry Nance Jr. Likely Out Sunday Due to Illness
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. (illness) is considered doubtful for Game 7 against the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. The 33-year-old missed Game 6 due to illness and hasn't yet fully recovered. Even when healthy, the Cavaliers haven't used Nance Jr. in the series, so his absence isn't a major issue for the team. In fact, Nance Jr. has logged just 4:39 across two appearances this postseason. Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley will continue to lead the frontcourt in Sunday's win-or-go-home matchup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Evan Mobley Close to Triple-Double Wednesday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley was close to his first career triple-double in Wednesday's 117-113 Game 5 overtime victory against the Detroit Pistons, racking up 19 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and three blocks. He enjoyed his best scoring performance of the series with a 6-for-13 record from the field, making two triples with three attempts. Mobley hit a couple of clutch free throws late in regulation and finished 5-for-6 at the line. With Jalen Duren struggling, the Pistons' frontcourt has a tough time against Mobley, who has posted averages of 14.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 3.0 blocks, and 1.4 steals in the matchup.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Evan Mobley Keeps Defensive Production Rolling Saturday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley recorded 13 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and two blocks in Saturday's 116-109 Game 3 win over the Detroit Pistons. The fifth-year big man shot 4-for-6 from the field but went 0-for-2 from deep and just 5-for-10 at the line, keeping this from being a sharper fantasy line. Still, Mobley has now blocked at least two shots in three straight games and is averaging 12.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.0 threes, 2.3 blocks, and 1.0 steals through the first three games of the series.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
