Archive for December, 2007

Ilgauskas is closing in on his boss’ record

“I will wear down. It’s nice to get the production. Sooner or later, though, you will wear down. You have to be smart.”

Center could pass Ferry’s mark for games played by a Cavalier by the end of next season Only four players have appeared in more games for the Cavaliers than center Zydrunas Ilgauskas. via The News-Herald

Brown providing spark off bench

“I just wanted to be aggressive.”

Swingman Devin Brown was shown the door this summer when the New Orleans Hornets used their mid-level exception on free agent Morris Peterson. via The News-Herald

Cavaliers insider: Two sit

“Not being loose enough, you could possibly pull something.”

The season of frustration among Cavaliers players apparently seeped onto the bench late in the fourth quarter during Tuesday’s game at The Q against the Heat. via The Plain Dealer

Hornets go West … Cavs south

A visit from LeBron James produced the first sellout in New Orleans Arena this season. via Warren Tribune Chronicle

A spectacular night fit for a King

“The fact that I was able to will my team to victory was special for me”

Column: James’ 48-point outburst in win over Detroit was best in long line of memorable moments Where were you on May 31, 2007? I had the privilege of sitting courtside for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference … via The News-Herald

Jones, Cavs are at odds

“The guys went out and had a great effort against a good team and we were able to get a win. It’s in the past now. “We got a much-needed win, and that’s about it.”

With less than a minute remaining in Tuesday’s contest against Miami, Cavaliers guard Damon Jones was summoned by Coach Mike Brown to enter the game. via The News-Herald

Second returns of 2008 NBA All-Star voting announced

Celtics forward Garnett remained the leader for the 2008 NBA All-Star game with 1,186,690 votes, according to the second set of returns released Thursday. via People’s Daily Online

Noland: Plenty of problems with current Cavaliers

Now that Christmas is over, The Grinch can clear his mind regarding the disappointing state of the Cavaliers, whose 2007 trip to the NBA Finals now seems like it happened a decade ago. via Chronicle-Telegram

5. Cavaliers still need to improve on defense

“I think guys wanted to stop their own man first and then rely on help second, so that was pretty good”

Their identity rarely looks the same from night to night, sometimes even quarter to quarter. via The Times-Reporter

Garnett Leads NBA All-Star Voting

Kevin Garnett of the Boston Celtics, LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Dwight Howard of the Orlando Magic remain the leaders in the Eastern Conference All-Star balloting, while Kobe Bryant of the Los … via KIRO-TV Seattle

LeBron, Cavs visit Dirk, Mavs

The Cleveland Cavaliers open a two-game road trip when they visit the Dallas Mavericks tonight at American Airlines Center. via Austin American-Statesman

Cavs Redux-Game 26: Isiah’s Knicks prove to have more heart than Cavs

This game made me sick.A I can’t lie.A I walked into this game thinking it was the end of Isiah.A After watching him shred his team this week, he looked like a guy on his last string.A He was finally having … via MVN - Recent Articles

LeBron James fan discovers Cavs games are therapeutic

Brenda Jones is back to being her ol’ self. To hear members of her grateful family tell it, they have someone who looms large to thank for it. via Akron Beacon Journal

Warriors beat LeBron, Cavaliers

Golden State never trailed and built an 89-61 lead late in the third quarter. LeBron James scored 25 points for Cleveland. via Los Angeles Times

Superman’s weakness is lack of opportunities

“It was really tough when (All-Star guard) Dwyane (Wade) was out”

Shaq says his lack of production is due in part to reduced attempts from floor Much has been written about the demise of Heat center Shaquille O’Neal this season. via The News-Herald

Cavs, Heat Open Christmas Day Tripleheader

The Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers play the first of an NBA tripleheader on Christmas Day, as the teams battle this afternoon at Quicken Loans Arena. via WEWS

Brian Windhorst, on the Cavaliers: Cavaliers just aren’t clicking

So, with the same roster, roughly the same system and the same coach as last season, what is the difference between the Cavaliers last year and this year? Chemistry. via Ashtabula Star-Beacon

Marty Burns: Garnett the early MVP leader

Kobe Bryant and LeBron James square off for the first time this season on Thursday night. via SI.com

Cavaliers assistant coach Hank Egan has bypass surgery

“If you ever need something or you need someone to talk to, you can go to him.”

CLEVELAND : Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Hank Egan had bypass surgery Saturday morning, and coach Mike Brown said there is no timetable for Egan’s return to the team. via International Herald Tribune

Their good start is just that to Bryant, Jackson

“I would guess that seeing a team like that makes Kobe think that perhaps it’s maybe better off that he didn’t end up there in the first place”

CLEVELAND — Funny thing, the Lakers don’t seem that impressed by fourth place in the Western Conference. via Los Angeles Times