Podcasts about Cleveland Cavaliers

92.3 The Fan presents a selection of conversations about the Cavaliers during the past week from The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima, Baskin & Phelps, and The Afternoon Drive. The Cavs kicked off a promising second half with a beatdown of the Nets -- and Ken thinks they are now favorites in the Eastern Conference. Are you fully bought in? Plus, where does the addition of James Harden leave Evan Mobley in the team's pecking order, and what to make of the rumors about LeBron coming back for a third stint in Cleveland?

Facing red-hot Cleveland on night two of a back-to-back, the Hornets couldn't keep pace with one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, as Charlotte dropped a 118-113 decision against the Cavs. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their silver-lining selections of the game, and also preview Charlotte's upcoming game on the road at Washington.

Ken has already penciled the Cavs into the NBA finals but Lima isn't so sure, but he definitely wants to be along for the ride. The guys tackle the Eastern Conference and whether the Cavs can really finish the fight in the NBA playoffs.

Ken and Lima welcome the voice of the Charlotte Hornets Eric Collins into the Show. Collins talks Cavs championship hopes and the huge impact that James Harden has had across just four games in Cleveland.

Ken and Lima breakdown the Cavs chances at making a deep run in the playoffs and potentially all the way to the NBA Finals. Ken expresses his sincere devastation of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander not playing against the Cavaliers in Oklahoma City.

The Cavs made the biggest splash in the NBA at the deadline and it's proving to be a huge success early. Ken and Lima weigh in on the last time the Cavaliers were respected across the NBA like they are now.

Ken and Lima dig deep into their bag and pull out the hottest takes around. Ken is 100% certain the Cavs are going to finals, Anthony is desperate for a QB as the Guardians try to make magic out of the second-lowest payroll in Major League Baseball.

Ken Carman is CONVINCED that the Cavs are going to the NBA Finals.

Ken and Anthony speak to the voice of the Hornets and speculate on who the Cavs may run into in the postseason.

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Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints joins Jonathan and Daryl to give his thoughts on the James Harden trade, expectations for the Cavs in the second half and other top headlines around the NBA.

Jonathan and Daryl are joined by Clutch Points NBA Insider Brett Siegel. Also, they discuss how large the gap is in the Eastern conference and where the Cavs fit in.

Jonathan and Daryl Ruiter react to Kenny Atkinson's comments on the NBA's tanking problem.

Jonathan and Daryl Ruiter look at where the Cavaliers stack up in the Eastern Conference.

The winning continues as the Cavs notch their sixth straight victory, as they defeated the Brooklyn Nets, holding them to just 84 points.  The mailbag is packed and the good vibes continue on the Fear the 'Fro podcast after this, the front end of a back-to-back.

Fresh off the All-Star Break, the Hornets faced the tall task of trying to stop Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, but the Space City dwellers earned a 105-101 win over Charlotte thanks to a game-high 35 points from Durant. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and select their silver-lining performances, and also preview Buzz City's showdown with Cleveland on the second night of a back-to-back.

Ken and Lima analyze the effect of the James Harden Trade on Evan Mobley and the likelihood of CJ Stroud to the Browns

You'll hear reactions to Wyatt Teller's exit from the Browns and the Cavs likelihood to be favored in the East during the playoffs. Ken and Anthony also delve into Guardians spring training and examine the validity of LeBron and CJ Stroud potentially making their way The Land.

Did the James Harden Trade put the Cavs over the top? Is there any validity to the CJ Stroud rumors? Ken and Lima talk everything over and shine some light on the hottest topics in Cleveland sports

Lima theorizes that Evan Mobley's lowest moment in his NBA career could be the James Harden trade. Ken reacts as the duo deduce the issue an up and coming player.

Ken and Lima debate the likelihood of LeBron James returning to Cleveland. The writing seems to be on the wall for the Akron native as his time potentially winds down with the Los Angeles Lakers and the rumor mill is as strong as ever.

Nick and Jonathan blind rank bold Cavaliers takes from Jake ahead of the Cavaliers game against the Nets.

Nick and Jonathan are joined by Lance Reisland of Cleveland.com, and they blind rank bold predictions for the second half of the Cavs season.

Nick and Jonathan debate if Evan Mobley's become forgotten after the James Harden trade. Then, they're joined by A to Z Sports NFL Draft Analyst Ryan Roberts, and they react to the Browns win total for 2026.

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin discuss their expectations for the Cavs after the All-Star break. Then, they react to the best sound bites and storylines from around the sports and entertainment world.

Nick and Jonathan look at the Cavaliers second half ahead of Thursday night's game against Brooklyn.

Nick and Jonathan discuss whether or not Evan Mobley is a forgotten man on the Cavaliers.

Welcome back to the Sorry to Interrupt podcast! Sean is back for another episode of the NBA Rundown as he previews the second half with his 5 biggest storylines beginning with the continued tanking epidemic as well as what to look for with the Cavs since their new acquistions, are the Thunder in *some* trouble(?) and what to expect from the Magic and Knicks down the stretch. Everyone enjoy the pod!

Andy and Jeff preview the Cavaliers' second half of the season and whether or not they like the rotations that Kenny Atkinson has been putting together.

Andy and Jeff talk about what the Cavaliers' lineup will look like if and when the entire team gets healthy.

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' outlook for the final 27 games of the season. They begin by addressing the injury status of Max Strus, noting his lengthy and uncertain recovery from a foot injury. The conversation then shifts to how the team will integrate returning players like Evan Mobley and new acquisitions like James Harden and Dennis Schröder. They conclude with a discussion dedicated to potential lineup combinations and the evolving roles of big men Jarrett Allen and Mobley, debating who should be the team's closing center based on recent performance and matchups. The hosts conclude that the addition of James Harden fundamentally changes the team's needs, reducing the pressure on Mobley to be a primary offensive star and altering the team's defensive strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima: Wednesday February 18, 2026

Ken and Lima size up the Eastern Conference playoff threats to the Cavs and ask which NFL stars Browns fans would actually pay to see in Cleveland.

The Cavs are surging in the Eastern Conference coming out of the All-Star Break, but there's one man who thinks he's being blamed for everything. Ken and Anthony debate on Lonzo Ball and whether or not he really is the scape goat

The Cavs are a serious contender and a potential juggernaut in the East, but what does the rest of the field look like? Ken and Anthony turn to Mike Stone from 97.1 The Ticket in Detroit to talk Pistons and Brian Barrett from Boston's The Ringer to give insight on the Celtics and how well the Cavs matchup.

Nick and Jonathan debate whether or not LeBron James would accept a paycut to return to the Cavaliers.

Nick and Jonathan talk about how LeBron James could return to the Cavs next season. Then, they're joined by Ashley Bastock of Cleveland.com, and they discuss Browns players who are set to become free agents.

Nick and Jonathan discuss the Cavaliers standing in the Eastern Conference hierarchy.

Nick and Jonathan are joined by Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight. Also, they talk about buying into the Cavs with James Harden.

Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about NBA All-Star weekend, why he's buying stock into the Cavs right now, what James Harden brings to Cleveland, and more.

Ben Alamar—former NBA analytics executive with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers, and author of Sports Analytics: A Guide for Coaches, Managers, and Other Decision Makers—joins Wharton Moneyball to break down emerging NBA storylines, the unintended consequences of draft lottery reform, bold alternatives to tanking, and the case for analytics trailblazer Dean Oliver's induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Cade, Eric, and Adi also explore statistical evidence of Olympic figure skating bias, debate event proliferation in skiing and speed skating, unpack the Los Angeles Lakers' Pythagorean paradox, and assess historic performance runs by athletes such as Mikaela Shiffrin and Scottie Scheffler. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bob Finnan joined Baskin and Phelps to talk about the expectations for the Cavaliers into the second half of the season, whether or not they have a legitimate shot at the NBA title, and what he thinks of the Cavaliers acquiring James Harden in exchange for Darius Garland. He talked about Harden's future in Cleveland and why he doesn't expect the veteran to be on the Cavs beyond this season.

Andy and Jeff discuss expectations for the Cavaliers and whether or not just being competitive will be enough for them.

Kurt Helin joined Baskin and Phelps and shared his expectations for the Cavaliers through the second half of the season and whether or not he thinks they have a smooth path to the Finals. He talked about what James Harden adds to the team, whether or not he thinks the veteran will be in Cleveland beyond this season, and if he can get past his post season slump.

Andy and Jeff discuss the idea of James Harden potentially being a one-year rental for the Cavaliers and what that could mean for LeBron James returning home to play in Cleveland.

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Cleveland Cavaliers radio play by play announcer Tim Alcorn returned to the NBA Panel!

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins discuss the recent success of the NBA All-Star Game, attributing its increased viewership to a more competitive format. The conversation then shifts to the Cleveland Cavaliers' outlook for the final 27 games of the season. They analyze the team's championship aspirations following recent trades, identifying the Pistons, Celtics, and Knicks as their biggest threats in the Eastern Conference. While both believe the Cavs can now win the East, they are skeptical of their chances against top Western Conference teams in the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Logan and Howard are joined by The Ringer's own Tyler Parker to share and debate their biggest player and team concerns as we round the corner into the second half of the NBA season.(0:00:00) Intro (1:45) How effective will Jayson Tatum be in his return? (13:25) Which second-tier playoff team is set to play spoiler? (23:52) James Harden will ___ with the Cleveland Cavs (31:35) The Charlotte Hornets will win ___ playoff games (37:16) Which trade deadline move will have the biggest impact on the end of the season? (42:17) Who is the most disappointing team of the season? (47:44) What should the Vegas expansion team be called? (51:31) Quick-hittersHosts: Logan Murdock and Howard BeckGuest: Tyler ParkerProducers: Logan Murdock, Conor Nevins, Victoria Valencia, and Ben CruzVideo Producers: Victoria Valencia and Sarah ReddyAudio Producer: Chris SuttonGraphics and Show Art: John RichterProduction Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor NevinsAdditional Production Support: John Richter, T. Cruz, Donald LoBianco, Nick Kosut, and Hannah Leikin The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠www.rg-help.com⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Eastern Conference favorites. Will the Pistons and Knicks face off in the ECF, or can James Harden finally get the Cavs over the hump? (0:00) Next, Stephen A. thinks Wemby can carry the Spurs deep into the playoffs. (27:00) Finally, are the Celtics real threats in the East if Jayson Tatum returns? (40:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices