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Here are the latest news and updates from the Cleveland Cavaliers:
Recent News
- The Cavaliers have signed forward Kevin Porter Jr. to a two-way contract, according to ESPN. Porter, 20, was a second-round pick in the 2019 NBA draft and has played for the Cavaliers' G-League affiliate, the Canton Charge.
- The Cavaliers have also signed guard Dylan Windler to a two-way contract, according to the team's official website. Windler, 24, was a first-round pick in the 2019 NBA draft and has been recovering from a preseason injury.
- The Cavaliers have traded forward Tristan Thompson to the Boston Celtics in exchange for guard Ante Zizic and a 2020 first-round pick, according to ESPN. Thompson, 29, has been with the Cavaliers since 2011 and has been a key contributor to the team's success.
Upcoming Schedule
- The Cavaliers have a busy schedule ahead of them, with 10 games in the next 15 days. They will play the Toronto Raptors on Friday, followed by a home game against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday.
- The Cavaliers will then embark on a three-game road trip, starting with a game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. They will also play the Golden State Warriors and the Phoenix Suns on the trip.
Injury Updates
- Guard Collin Sexton is expected to miss 2-3 weeks with a sprained ankle, according to ESPN. Sexton, 21, has been a key contributor to the Cavaliers' offense this season.
- Forward Kevin Love is expected to miss 2-3 weeks with a calf strain, according to the team's official website. Love, 31, has been dealing with injuries all season and has played in just 14 games.
Standings
- The Cavaliers are currently in 12th place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 14-34. They are 10 games behind the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic.
Recent Stats
- The Cavaliers have lost four straight games, including a 129-102 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday.
- The Cavaliers are averaging 104.4 points per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. They are also allowing 114.1 points per game, which ranks 28th in the league.