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Cleveland Cavaliers prepare for 2026-27 NBA preseason with roster changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 5:38 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Cleveland Cavaliers prepare for 2026-27 NBA preseason with roster changes

Summary

The Cleveland Cavaliers face key challenges ahead of the 2026-27 NBA preseason. After a 2025-26 campaign that included an Eastern Conference Finals appearance, the team made significant roster changes, including trading Darius Garland for MVP James Harden. Cleveland lost important players such as Max Strus and Dean Wade while hoping younger wings and new additions can fill the gaps. Donovan Mitchell secured a lucrative extension after an impressive season, but the team’s core uncertainties remain a point of concern as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Cleveland traded Darius Garland for James Harden this offseason.
•Mitchell earned a $273 million extension after averaging 27.9 points.
•Max Strus and Dean Wade were significant offseason departures.
•Cleveland hopes younger players can step up after key losses.
•Evan Mobley's performance remains vital to the team's success.

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5:38 PMYahoo Sports — Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview

What they're saying

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The Cleveland Cavaliers’ questions of the past mostly remain unanswered. The Cavs’ 2025-26 season was quite middle-of-the-road. An Eastern Conference Finals appearance and two Game 7 victories look nice on paper, but after considering the 4-0 ECF defeat and their ongoing star struggles, the bright feeling soon turns neutral. Before the playoff elimination, the team […] The post Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead.
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