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Washington Wizards vs. Cleveland Cavaliers, Preseason Game 6
Author: Joe Vardon
Publication: Cleveland.com
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- This is it for the preseason for the Cavs (2-3), who make their annual trek to Ohio State to host the Washington Wizards (2-3) at Value City Arena.
What's up with the Cavs: If you care, Cleveland's riding a three-game losing streak (you shouldn't). LeBron James didn't play in any of those games, and none of coach Tyronn Lue's regulars played in two of the three. As far as preseason games go, this should be good -- it's the Cavs' dress rehearsal for their 2016 title defense. J.R. Smith is going to play; just not sure if he'll start.
Cavs injuries: None.
What's up with the Wizards: Scott Brooks is in his first season as coach, in his first assignment since he was let go by the Oklahoma City Thunder. His mission -- to get this playoff-caliber roster back to the postseason. The Wizards didn't get in last year, which spelled the end for Randy Wittman. Fun fact...the Wizards' last game was at the University of Kentucky. This one is at Ohio State. Both schools' basketball programs are sponsored by James' signature Nike brand. - CLICK HERE to read full story.
J.R. Smith will make preseason debut, might start, Tuesday night in Columbus
Author: Chris Fedor
Publication: Cleveland.com
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio -- Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Tyronn Lue says J.R. Smith will make his preseason debut Tuesday night against the Washington Wizards.
But even though Lue repeatedly referred to Smith as his starting two-guard, that decision to start him for the preseason finale hasn't yet been made.
"I want to play him about 12 or 13 minutes," Lue said Monday following the Cavaliers' practice at Cleveland Clinic Courts. "I don't know if I'm going to start him or bring him off the bench so he can get an ovation from the fans. I'm not sure yet."
After missing Sunday's practice, needing to first complete his physical, Smith was on the court with his teammates for the first time Monday. - CLICK HERE to read full story.
Cavs championship trophy travels to Ohio Statehouse, OSU on Tuesday
Author: Jackie Borchardt
Publication: Cleveland.com
The 2016 NBA championship trophy will be displayed from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday in the Statehouse rotunda. Fans can also meet Cavs in-arena emcee Ahmaad Crump, members of the Cavalier Girls and Scream Team and mascot Sir C.C, according to a Statehouse news release.
The trophy will be on display from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Cavs Fest outside the Schottenstein Center before the Cavs preseason game there against the Washington Wizards.
Both events are free and fans can take photos with the trophy with their own cameras.
The trophy is traveling to Canton, Akron, Columbus and Youngstown before the season opener on Oct. 25.
More Daily Press Links:
- (10/18) The Optimist in Columbus Cavs.com
- (10/18) Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue wants J.R. Smith to get his due in Columbus Akron Beacon Journal
- (10/18) Preseason ends, and real Cavs will begin AmicoHoops.net
- (10/18) NBA.com 2016-17 GM Survey NBA.com
- (10/18) Cleveland Cavaliers: LeBron James banner getting championship upgrade Associated Press
- (10/18) Old LeBron Will Be Different, But He Might Still Be Great ESPN.com
- (10/18) The rich get richer: Warriors, Cavaliers increase bench depth in NBA off-season Sports Illustrated
- (10/18) LeBron-Kyrie Partnership Has All the Potential, and Risks, of Shaq-Kobe Alliance Bleacher Report