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Locked On Cavs - Daily Podcast On The Cleveland Cavaliers

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Locked On Cavs podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and sports insider info for the Cleveland Cavaliers and the NBA. Hosted by Chris Manning and Evan Dammarell and produced by Jake Stephens, the Locked On Cavs podcast provides expert, local analysis along with coverage of all the latest games and rumors. Locked On Cavs takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Cavaliers locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Cavs podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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Can the Cavs win the Central Division this season? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 23, 2023 13:43 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) crosses over with Locked on Pacers host Tony East to talk about the Central Division, if the Bucks are the locked in best team in the division, if the Cavs can push them for the top spot, where the Pacers fit in and much more.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astra...

The best Cavs game to watch each month during the 2023-24 season| Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 22, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 ) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) goes solo to look at the Cavs’ schedule month-by-month and deem which games is the best game during each month of the just announced 2023-24 regular season.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free one m...

The best Cavs game to watch each month during the 2023-24 season| Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 22, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 ) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) goes solo to look at the Cavs’ schedule month-by-month and deem which games is the best game during each month of the just announced 2023-24 regular season.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free one mo...

Cavs open 2023-24 season in Brooklyn | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 18, 2023 09:14 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Friday, August. 18, 2023 ) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) go through the Cavaliers’ 2023-24 season schedule by looking at the opening slate of games, including the opener in Brooklyn, the most challenge parts of the Cavs’ schedule and the games they are most looking forward to.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephen...

Looking way ahead to the Cavs’ preseason | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 16, 2023 15:41 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the Cavs’ preseason schedule reveal, the international flavor of the preseason, the backup guard situation and the reveal of the in-season tournament group games.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral...

Who will the next Cavalier in the Hall of Fame be? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 14, 2023 15:48 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, Aug. 14, 2023) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) goes solo to talk about the underrated coolness of the Basketball Hall of Fame and engaging with basketball history before looking at LeBron James (obviously), Kevin Love and others who could be Cavaliers turned NBA Hall of Famers.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Ast...

What roster holes do the Cavs still have? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 12, 2023 07:12 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Saturday, August. 12, 2023) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) goes solo to talk about three weaknesses the Cavs’ roster still has: Rebounding and perimeter defense. Plus, Danny Green’s recent comments about his “weird” time with the Cavs, explained.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Ca...

Ricky Rubio steps away - what it means for the Cavs | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

August 11, 2023 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) goes solo to talk about Ricky Rubio’s announcement that he’s stepping away from basketball for mental health reasons, where Rubio is at in his basketball career coming off of last season and what the Cavs could be missing if he’s out for even part of next season - and who might be able to step up to replace This ep...

Is it time for the Cleveland Cavaliers to worry about Donovan Mitchell’s future?

August 04, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, July 31, 2023) Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talks about whether or not current free agents Christian Wood, Terence Davis or any other names could be a good fit for the Cavs with one of their remaining open roster spots. Jake Stephens produced this episode - listen to his EP If We Fall Asleep Too Early anywhere you get your music. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim y...

Should the Cleveland Cavaliers sign Christian Wood or Terence Davis?

August 02, 2023 08:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, July 31, 2023) Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talks about whether or not current free agents Christian Wood, Terence Davis or any other names could be a good fit for the Cavs with one of their remaining open roster spots. Jake Stephens produced this episode - listen to his EP If We Fall Asleep Too Early anywhere you get your music. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim y...

Should the Cleveland Cavaliers sign Kelly Oubre or P.J. Washington?

July 31, 2023 18:06 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, July 31, 2023) Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talks about whether or not current Hornets free agents Kelly Oubre and P.J. Washington could be a good fit for the Cavs with one of their remaining open roster spots. Jake Stephens produced this episode - listen to his EP If We Fall Asleep Too Early anywhere you get your music. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free ...

Why rebounding is still a weaknesses for the Cavs | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 25, 2023 15:40 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Saturday, July 22,, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the stars of the Cavs’ summer league roster - Luke Travers, Emoni Bates, Isaiah Mobley and more - and look at who is most likely to be a rotation piece on the Cavs in three years.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our ...

How will the Cavs fill their last two roster spots? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 24, 2023 15:48 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, July 24, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) look at guards, wings and bigs and which of the groups Cleveland would be best served using one of its open roster spots on.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - cla...

Luke Travers, Emoni Bates and future successes | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 22, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Saturday, July 22,, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the stars of the Cavs’ summer league roster - Luke Travers, Emoni Bates, Isaiah Mobley and more - and look at who is most likely to be a rotation piece on the Cavs in three years.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our ...

The Cavs are going to Paris | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 21, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Friday, July 21, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) look at the Cavs going to Paris for a regular season game this year and what other cities would be cool for an NBA game before looking at things they are excited about for next season, including Evan Mobley’s year three and what bringing in Max Strus means for the evo...

Is Emoni Bates ready to play for the Cleveland Cavaliers immediately?

July 18, 2023 17:31 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

 On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, July 18) host Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) gives his thoughts on the Las Vegas Summer League experience and championship run for the Cleveland Cavaliers and whether or not Emoni Bates is ready for the NBA. Jake Stephens produced this episode. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe to the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free one-month trial now!  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks ...

It’s do-or-die time for Isaac Okoro and the Cleveland Cavaliers

July 17, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, July 17) host Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discusses what the future holds for Isaac Okoro and the Cleveland Cavaliers after all the extra shooting the Cavs added this offseason. Jake Stephens produced this episode. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe to the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free one-month trial now!  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks First-time users can receive a ...

It’s do-or-die time for Isaac Okoro and the Cleveland Cavaliers

July 17, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, July 17) host Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discusses what the future holds for Isaac Okoro and the Cleveland Cavaliers after all the extra shooting the Cavs added this offseason. Jake Stephens produced this episode. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe to the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free one-month trial now!  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks First-time users can receive ...

Craig Porter Jr. has his Summer League moment

July 14, 2023 16:31 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Friday, July 14, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss the Cavs' summer league win over the Bulls, Craig Porter Jr. showing up and having a moment and finish up by looking at what Cleveland needs from its backup point guards. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astra...

The upside of the Jarrett Allen-Evan Mobley pairing | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 13, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Thursday, July 14, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss why there’s risk in breaking up the Jarrett Allen-Evan Mobley partnership too soon, how the different international prospects have looked in Vegas and talk about the NBA’s announce format for the inaugural in-season tournament.  This episode was produced by...

Isaiah Mobley has stood out in Las Vegas | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 12, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, July 12, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss what how good Isaiah Mobley has looked in summer league and what it means for him, Emoji Bates’ play so far in Las Vegas and other notes about who has or has not played well in Las Vegas. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from ...

Koby Altman discusses Donovan Mitchell’s Cleveland future | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 11, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, July 11, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss what Cavs president of basketball operations Koby Altman had to say about Donovan Mitchell’s future in Cleveland, not breaking up the so-called “core four” and more before turning their attention to a free agent target Evan likes: Christian Wood.  This episo...

Is Jarrett Allen really on the market? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 06, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, July 5, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about Jarrett Allen, post FA lineups. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free one month trial now!  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay ...

What Georges Niang provides the Cavs | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 04, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, July 4, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss Cleveland signing Georges Niang with part of their mid-level exception, what Cleveland is losing by trading away Cedi Osman and Lamar Stevens and what Cleveland is getting guard Ty Jerome and center Damian Jones.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. T...

Why the price is right for Max Strus and Caris LeVert | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

July 03, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, July 3, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss if the price is right for Max Strus on the four-year, $63 million deal Cleveland signed him to via a sign-and-trade, how Strus fits into what Cleveland is doing and why two-years, $32 million for Caris LeVert is a reasonable deal for both parties involved.  Th...

Outlining the Cavs’ offseason with Howard Beck | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 30, 2023 17:54 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Friday, June 30, 2023) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) talks to Locked on NBA Insider and GQ writer Howard Beck to talk about the trade market for Jarrett Allen and if this is the summer to move him, the best FA fits for the Cavs and where the Cavs stack up with the rest of the East heading into free agency.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is ...

Max Strus, Bruce Brown and other NBA free agents to know | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 29, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Thursday, June 29, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about various possible Cavs free agents target, including Max Strus, Donte Divencenzo, Harrison Barnes, Bruce Brown, Thomas Bryant and more. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked...

Is Kyle Kuzma a realistic offseason target? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 29, 2023 02:07 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, July 28, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the Pelicans reported interest in Jarrett Allen before turning their attention to two possible free agent options: Miles Bridges and Kyle Kuzma.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscrib...

What are realistic expectations for Emoni Bates’ rookie year? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 27, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, June 27, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about Emoni Bates and what can be expected of him in his first NBA season, the Cavs’ signing guard Craig Porter Jr. to a two-way deal, Pete Nance signing an Exhibit 10 deal (and possibly ending up with the Cleveland Charge) and the Cavs picking up Lamar Stevens’...

Is Tobias Harris a realistic Cavs trade target? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 26, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, June 26, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the Cavs’ reported interest in Tobias Harris, the crazy asking price Daryl Morey is seeking, if Harris is even a good fit and what the Cavs can even trade.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  ...

Is Tobias Harris a realistic Cavs trade target? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 26, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, June 26, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the Cavs’ reported interest in Tobias Harris, the crazy asking price Daryl Morey is seeking, if Harris is even a good fit and what the Cavs can even trade.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  S...

Cavs pick up Emoni Bates in 2023 NBA Draft | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 23, 2023 13:56 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

On a new Locked on Cavs, Chris and Evan dive into the Cavs’ selection of Emoni Bates, Bates’ upside, what teams had good drafts and the latest Jarrett Allen rumors. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/lockedonnba and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONNBA, they’ll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tumbler with every order. eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit. ...

Who should the Cleveland Cavaliers take in the 2023 NBA Draft? Ft. Leif Thulin

June 22, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, June 22, 2023) Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) is joined by NBA Draft expert Leif Thulin (@LeifThulin, Locked On NBA Big Board) to discuss the options for the Cleveland Cavaliers at pick no. 49 in the 2023 NBA Draft and players Cleveland could look at if they acquire a late first-rounder. Jake Stephens produced this episode. Check out The Merrier’s latest EP anywhere you listen to music! Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - cl...

Is Emoni Bates worth a flier in the 2023 NBA Draft? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 21, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, June 21, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about two Cavs team needs - shooting and wing defense - before looking at Emoni Bates and project players like him as possible second round draft picks. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscri...

Comparing the Bradley Beal and Donovan Mitchell trade | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 20, 2023 19:44 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, June 20, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) compared the Breadley Beal to Phoenix trade with the trade that brought Donovan Mitchell to Cleveland before looking at draft week storylines and Koby Altman's draft record since taking over the Cavs' front office. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The int...

Will Isaac Okoro and Caris LeVert be in Cleveland next year? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 16, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Friday, June 16, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss the three Cavs offseason topics that will define the summer: Isaac Okoro's future with the team now that he's extension eligible, Caris LeVert's impending free agency and Lamar Stevens' future with the Cavs. This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The int...

Why Evan Mobley's offseason is key to the 2023-24 Cavs season | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 15, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Thursday, June 15, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss the three Cavs offseason topics that will define the Cavs' summer: What the Cavs do (or not) do at the draft; If the Cavs will look at Isaiah Mobley as the team's backup center or look for a different option; and what Evan Mobley does over the summer to set ...

What needs can the Cavs fill in free agency? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 14, 2023 19:50 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, June 14, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss the three Cavs offseason topics that will define the summer: what needs the Cavs can fill in free agency and what their approach might be; if the Cavs will stay patient after saying they plan to; and the team's need to get younger and more athletic. This e...

What the Cavs can take away from the NBA Finals| Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 12, 2023 16:21 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, June 12, 2023 hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about what the Cavs can (or can’t) learn from the NBA Finals, including….  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the Locked on Cavs Subtext - claim your free one month trial now!  Support us ...

Is Evan Mobley at the five his next evolution? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 07, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, June 7, 2023) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) goes solo to talk about why Evan Mobley playing center worked last season, why it’s something Cleveland will need if it ever wants to make a real run in the playoffs and if more more minutes at the five is even good for Mobley’s career.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends...

Do the Cavs need to invest in backup big? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 06, 2023 17:18 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, June 6, 2023)) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) goes solo to talk about the Cavs’ need for a backup big better than Robin Lopez, why the process in signing Lopez makes even if it didn’t work, the potential cost and why other needs may price the Cavs out from upgrading at backup center.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friend...

Is Evan Mobley the NBA’s best young building block | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 02, 2023 17:32 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Friday, June 2, 2023)) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) is joined by Brendon Kleen from The Just Basketball Show and Locked on Suns to talk about Evan Mobley as compared to the young building blocks in his draft class (Cade Cunningham, Scottie Barnesm etc.), the 2022 draft class (Paolo Banchero, etc.) and the forthcoming Victor Wembanyama class.  This episode was produced...

Howard Beck on Koby Altman, playoff lessons and more | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

June 01, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Thursday, June 1, 2023) host Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) talks to Locked on NBA insider Howard Beck to talk about Koby Altman’s track record as the Cavs’ lead executive, lessons Cleveland take from its playoff loss, what the Cavs’ roster needs to take a step forward and more.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio. ...

Why Anthony Davis’ development tells us about Evan Mobley’s | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

May 31, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, May 31, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) is joined by Locked on Pelicans host Jake Madison to talk about the parallels of Pelicans-era Anthony Davis and Evan Mobley, how Davis improved on offense and how that compares to Mobley’s path and what lessons Davis’ path can tell us about Mobley’s.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is f...

Why Evan Mobley’s second season was a success | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

May 30, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, May 30, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) look back at Evan Mobley’s second NBA season, why it was a success, what his playoff struggles tell us about where he’s at and revisit an old Evan Mobley debate: Is it more important for him to develop his handle or a reliable jump shot? This episode was produced by ...

What kind of small forward would fit the Cavs the best? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

May 26, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Friday, May 26, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the kinds of small forwards that would fit the Cavs the best, the challenge of finding the right player without a high draft pick or cap space and finish up by naming their favorite offseason targets.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro m...

Should the Cavs look to trade Jarrett Allen this summer? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

May 25, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Thursday, May 25, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) discuss Jarrett Allen’s playoff struggles, whether or not the Cavs need to trade him his summer, if trading Allen could make the Cavs better and more.  This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subscribe the L...

The Cavs needed more from Wade, Osman and Stevens | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

May 24, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Wednesday, May 24, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about three Cavs forwards who the team needed more from last season and likely need to upgrade on in the future: Dean Wade, Cedi Osman and Lamar Stevens. f This episode was produced by Jake Stephens. The intro music is from our friends at Astral Radio.  Subsc...

Will Isaac Okoro be around for the long haul? | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

May 23, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Tuesday, May 23, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about Isaac Okoro’s 2022-23 season and what it told us about what kind of player he is, whether or not he’ll get an extension this summer now that he’s extension eligible and if he’s a piece the Cavs can or should build with in the summer.  This episode was prod...

Why the Cavs’ small forwards weren’t good enough last season | Cleveland Cavaliers podcast

May 22, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

On a new episode of Locked on Cavs (Monday, May 22, 2023) hosts Chris Manning (@cwmwrites, DIME on UPROXX, The Just Basketball Show, SB Nation’s Fear the Sword, Forbes Sports) and Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan, Right Down Euclid) talk about the Cavs’ small forward position from the 2022-23 season, why the lack of an offensive threat at the position killed them in the playoffs and debate whether or not they need elite production from the position or if the Cavs could get by with something close ...

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