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Cavaliers' owner Dan Gilbert says he never considered letting go of David Blatt, insists he's the man for the job
Author: Chris Haynes
Publication: Cleveland.com
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Cleveland Cavaliers are headed to the 2015 NBA Finals, and coach David Blatt played an essential role in leading them to a destination they haven't been to in eight years.
To say that Blatt has had quite the year would be an understatement.
Not many foresaw this being the outcome after a robust roster featuring LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love got off to a disappointing 19-20 start. It was a team in disarray, and Blatt was overwhelmingly held responsible by popular opinion. - CLICK HERE to read full story.
Kyrie Irving's return to lineup boosts Cleveland Cavaliers in LeBron James' homecoming season: Bill Livingston
Author: Bill Livingston
Publication: Cleveland.com
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The NBA East belongs to the Cavaliers now, but LeBron James was unsatisfied as he spoke about "unfinished business" Tuesday night.
This will be the fifth straight NBA Finals for James, the latest coming, of course, in the first year of the Return of the King.
The "unfinished business" is the championship fans here have waited for since 1964, a half-century. But it also refers to James' legacy. It is much bigger, much sweeter and more redemptive, when a local guy leads his hometown team to a championship, especially if he has first renounced the area. - CLICK HERE to read full story.
Charles Barkley: 'Cleveland Cavaliers are going to win the world championship this year'
Author: Chris Fedor
Publication: Cleveland.com
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Cleveland Cavaliers have advanced to the NBA Finals for the second time in franchise history. While their opponent remains a mystery, TNT NBA Analyst Charles Barkley isn't waiting for the Western Conference finals result before sharing his prediction.
"The Cleveland Cavaliers are going to win the world championship this year," Barkley said after the Cavs' 118-88 win against Atlanta on Tuesday night.
It's a big change considering Sir Charles said earlier this postseason the Cavs couldn't beat the Bulls without injured All-Star Kevin Love. But the team's recent play led to a change of heart. - CLICK HERE to read full story.
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- (5/28) NBA Finals | Cavaliers vs. Warriors: LeBron has what Curry wants Columbus Dispatch
- (5/28) Warriors can't rely on this formula to beat LeBron ESPN.com
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- (5/28) NBA Finals: Early look at matchups between Cavaliers, Warriors CBS Sports
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- (5/28) LeBron James comes home, brings Cavaliers closer to first NBA title SI.com
- (5/28) LeBron's patience and leadership with young cast led to Finals, reflect his maturity USA Today
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- (5/28) Again King of the East, LeBron Faces Few Looming Threats to Conference Reign Bleacher Report
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