Locked On Cavs - Daily Podcast On The Cleveland Cavaliers

On Thursday’s edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham takes a big picture view of the season thus far. He takes a look at whether or not the offensive struggles so far this season are something worth being concerned about, if the Cavs will actually continue to be one of the best defenses in the NBA, Evan Mobley’s start to the season and just how much better the Cavs are when Darius Garland is active. 

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On Wednesday’s edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham talks about Evan Mobley’s underwhelming start to the season through the first 19 games for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Danny compares the start to this season to the start to last season and the way that he’s being used on the offensive end of the floor and what type of shots that Mobley is taking. He also takes a look at what things the Cavs can do in order to get more out of...

On Tuesday’s edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham talks about the Cleveland Cavaliers loss to the Toronto Raptors on Monday night in which head coach Kenny Atkinson said the team had “no juice” at the end of a tough spot in the schedule. Danny also talked about Evan Mobley only taking seven shots in the game and the need to be more aggressive on a night when the team is extremely shorthanded. He also dives into encouraging p...

On Monday’s whiparound edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham takes a closer look at the upcoming opponents for the Cleveland Cavaliers. First, Sean Woodley of Locked On Raptors stops by to talk about the game between the two teams on Monday night and whether he thinks the Raptors are a true contender in the Eastern Conference. Then, John Karalis of Locked On Celtics to chat about the season that the Celtics have had so far. 

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On Monday’s edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham breaks down the Cleveland Cavaliers’ win over the LA Clippers on Sunday thanks to Donovan Mitchell’s dominant performance. Mitchell has been playing the most complete basketball of his career to date, and Danny discusses why that’s important now and moving forward. Danny also discusses the impact that De’Andre Hunter has and how he can help even more when the team is fully hea...

On Saturday’s edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham discusses Darius Garland’s return to action after missing the previous five games with a toe injury. Garland finished with 20 points on the night but elevated the team’s joy and potential while he was on the floor. Danny also talked about Jaylon Tyson coming back into the fold after missing five games with a concussion and what he brings to the floor for Cleveland. Finally, ...

On Friday’s edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham discusses the impending return of Darius Garland to the lineup for the Cleveland Cavaliers after he’s missed nearly two weeks with a toe contusion. With the Cavs playing just four games over the next eight days, now could be the perfect time for Garland to blend back in. Danny also discusses the potential return of Jaylon Tyson from a concussion. Next, Danny touches on Evan Mo...

Cleveland Cavaliers falter in a 114-104 loss to the Houston Rockets as missed free throws and a disastrous first quarter overshadow a strong second-half surge.

Danny Cunningham breaks down the impact of Kenny Atkinson’s new lineup strategy, spotlighting Evan Mobley’s improved aggression alongside Donovan Mitchell and the critical role of De’Andre Hunter’s scoring for the Cavs’ second unit. Discussion covers the team’s ongoing reboun...

On Wednesday’s edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot), welcomes Cleveland Cavaliers starting small forward De’Andre Hunter to the podcast for an interview. The guys talk about the start of the season for the Cavs, what it was like for Hunter to be traded to Cleveland last season, and what went through his mind when he made the highlight of the year, crossing over Josh Giddey. 

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Cleveland Cavaliers overpower the Milwaukee Bucks as Donovan Mitchell delivers a superhuman, 37-point performance. With Giannis Antetokounmpo sidelined by injury, Mitchell dominated the game. Sam Merrill reignites his shooting touch, while Dean Wade and the supporting cast provide crucial contributions in a vital 118-106 victory.

Danny Cunningham breaks down the Cavs’ growing pains, spotlighting rotation changes and why pairing Evan...

Cleveland Cavaliers brace for a high-stakes homestand as Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, Kevin Durant’s Houston Rockets, the Indiana Pacers and the LA Clippers led by James Harden and Kawhi Leonard descend on Rocket Arena.

Danny Cunningham previews each matchup, spotlighting Giannis’s relentless MVP push, Milwaukee’s defensive struggles, and the Bucks’ evolving lineup. Insightful guest analysis breaks down the Rockets...

Cleveland Cavaliers surge to 9-5 behind Donovan Mitchell’s MVP-caliber start—can they reach their championship ceiling with current challenges? Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, 92.3 The Fan) breaks down Mitchell’s explosive scoring and efficiency, Evan Mobley’s evolving role, and the emergence of young contributors like Jaylon Tyson and Craig Porter Jr. amidst early-season injuries.

Key discussion points include Mobley’s shooting ...

Cleveland Cavaliers grind out a scrappy 108-100 win over the Memphis Grizzlies as Donovan Mitchell takes over in crunch time and Evan Mobley steps up when it matters most. Can the Cavs unlock their full potential while still learning on the fly and battling through injuries?

Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, 92.3 The Fan) breaks down the Cavs’ sluggish offense, defensive strides, and the fourth-quarter spark that sealed the victory...

The Cleveland Cavaliers played their worst game of the season in Thursday’s loss against the Toronto Raptors. How much did fatigue play a factor for the Cavs? Plus, why the team needs to do a better job dictating the style of play during games. The podcast also covers why Donovan Mitchell thinks these early season issues will pay off for the team down the road.

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Cleveland Cavaliers stun the Miami Heat 130-116 as Craig Porter Jr. steps up with a heroic performance amid star absences.

Danny Cunningham unpacks how the Cavaliers thrived without Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, and Evan Mobley, celebrating Craig Porter Jr.’s all-around impact and Jarrett Allen’s pivotal role. The conversation spotlights contributions from young talents Tyrese Proctor, Nae'Qwan Tomlin, and Luke Travers, revealin...

Cleveland Cavaliers face mounting injury woes as Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, and Evan Mobley headline a lengthy report before their clash with the Miami Heat. Could strategic rest and injury management set the stage for a resilient playoff push, or will depth concerns derail momentum?

Danny Cunningham breaks down the latest on Garland's toe, Jaylon Tyson's concussion, and the controversial rest decisions for Mitchell and Moble...

Cleveland Cavaliers suffer a wild overtime defeat to the Miami Heat—Darius Garland exits early with a new left toe injury. Danny Cunningham breaks down the game’s chaotic finish, from Donovan Mitchell’s clutch rebound and three-pointer to Miami’s perfectly executed last-second inbound play. The episode scrutinizes the Cavs’ shot selection, the impact of Sam Merrill’s streaky shooting, and the surprising late-game decisions that led...

Cleveland Cavaliers brace for a high-octane clash with the Miami Heat, as Erik Spoelstra’s revamped offense shakes up the NBA. Can the Cavs keep pace with Miami’s new run-and-gun system, especially with Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro sidelined by injuries? Danny Cunningham and Wes Goldberg break down Miami’s shocking transformation, highlight key Heat contributors like Norman Powell and Jaime Jaquez Jr., and debate how returning stars...

Cleveland Cavaliers storm back to edge Chicago Bulls in a thrilling 128-122 victory, powered by Donovan Mitchell’s explosive second-half takeover. Is this Mitchell’s apex season? Danny Cunningham weighs whether the superstar guard has reached his championship-contending prime, and what his elevated play means for the team’s future.

Key topics include Evan Mobley’s improved offensive role, De’Andre Hunter’s impact as a healthy postse...