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Swish in the Shootout: Making the Case Author: Joe Gabriele Publication: Cavs.com
The All-Star weekend’s three-point contest is sometimes as much about showmanship as it is statistics. And it’s definitely about who can get scorching hot over a short span. J.R. Smith has all three of those covered.
As the NBA compiles its contestants for this year’s Shootout, is there a chance that the Cleveland’s long-distance marksman can represent the Wine and Gold one week from Saturday in Toronto?
The 12-year veteran has done All-Star Saturday night twice before – but both times in the Slam Dunk contest, finishing third in 2005 behind Amar’e Stoudemire and eventual winner, Josh Smith. In 2009, he replaced Rudy Gay in the competition, but finished third again. (Anyone would have finished third that year – with Dwight Howard and Nate Robinson stealing the show.) – CLICK HERE to read full story.
Looking to get a favorable quote from LeBron James on opposing players? Don’t hold your breath Author: Chris Haynes Publication: Cleveland.com
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Memo to media members: LeBron James isn’t answering your questions about specific players on opposing teams.
This is a policy he instituted on and off last year, but this season he has enforced it. Most of the time, that is.
Those softball questions about a non-Cavalier’s performance are being rejected. He’s not interested in distributing positive quotes and sound bites to help raise the profile of someone not on his team. It’s a staple among writers and broadcasters in the locker room — sometimes an opening query just to get the conversation started. – CLICK HERE to read full story.
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue making all right moves, and non-moves, during his first days on the job Author: Jason Lloyd Publication: Akron Beacon Journal
CHARLOTTE, N.C.: The roots of his 11-year playing career are starting to emerge in Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue. He refuses to stand much during games because his knees hurt and, more importantly, guys should know what they’re doing by the time the ball goes up. That’s why they practice.
Similarly, when a sluggish start to the third quarter Monday cost the Cavs nearly all of their 11-point halftime lead to the Indiana Pacers, Lue again refused to stand. Players were looking for a timeout. He wouldn’t budge.
“I wouldn’t even look at them,” Lue said after the game. “I was like, ‘Y’all dug this hole, then get out of it.” – CLICK HERE to read full story.
Preview: Cavs must keep flowing on road Author: Sam Amico Publication: AmicoHoops.net
Up-and-down Hornets have been more up lately, so Cavaliers will need to do what’s worked.
Cavaliers (35-12) vs. Hornets (23-25)
SITE: Time Warner Cable Arena, Charlotte, N.C.
TIPOFF: 7 p.m. EST
TV: FOX Sports Ohio (Cavaliers Live pregame at 6:30) – CLICK HERE to read full story.
Cavaliers-Hornets Preview Author: John Kosick Publication: NBA.com
It’s not easy getting a trio of elite players to jell on offense, but the Cleveland Cavaliers and their three stars are clicking under Tyronn Lue.
Since losing Lue’s first game as coach, the Cavaliers have been playing well and can extend their win streak to six Wednesday night against the Charlotte Hornets.
Elevated to head coach when David Blatt was fired Jan. 22, Lue had less than 36 hours to prepare for an eventual 96-83 home loss to Chicago that closed a 3-3 stretch in which Cleveland averaged 95.5 points. – CLICK HERE to read full story.
