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Discussing How Many Members of the Cleveland Cavaliers are Top 100 Players in the NBA Aug 08, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) shares his personal top 100 NBA player rankings, focusing on Cleveland Cavaliers players. He provides detailed explanations for his controversial rankings, particularly Donovan Mitchell at number five overall. Cunningham justifies this high placement by citing Mitchell's First Team All-NBA selection, MVP voting results, and outstanding playoff performances. The podcast explores rankings for other Cavaliers, including Evan Mobley at 15th, Darius Garland at 26th, and a surprising placement of De'Andre Hunter ahead of Jarrett Allen. Cunningham discusses the challenges in ranking players, especially in the 5-11 range and towards the bottom of the list, while also touching on team rankings and how they reflect overall quality. The episode offers insights into player evaluation criteria and sparks debate about the Cavaliers' roster strength heading into the upcoming season.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers Fan Quiz and the NFL/NBA Debate with Tyler Wojciak Aug 06, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) welcomes Tyler Wojciak (Locked On Irish) for a crossover discussion covering the Cleveland Cavaliers' recent performance and future prospects. The hosts explore Tyler's vivid memories of LeBron James' first Cavs tenure, including his legendary 29-point streak against the Pistons. They analyze the Cavs' disappointing playoff exit, debating whether injuries were a valid excuse or if the team underperformed. Danny and Tyler discuss the team's offseason moves and their outlook for the upcoming season, considering how injuries to key players on other teams might benefit the Cavs. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as they debate whether NBA players could succeed in the NFL or vice versa, examining the unique skill sets required for each sport. They speculate on which Cavs players might have had potential as NFL athletes, touching on the athleticism of players like Isaac Okoro and Donovan Mitchell. The episode provides fans with insightful analysis, memorable anecdotes, and engaging hypotheticals about their favorite team and players.

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Could Kevin Love be the Answer to the Final Roster Spot for the Cleveland Cavaliers? Aug 05, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) examines the Cavaliers' 14th roster spot and potential free agent signings. He discusses the balance between veteran leadership and player development, analyzing options like Kevin Love, Tristan Thompson, and Malcolm Brogdon. Cunningham explores the impact of Darius Garland's injury on roster decisions and considers developmental prospects such as Nae'Qwan Tomlin. The podcast provides insights into the Cavs' roster construction strategy, luxury tax implications, and the team's evolving needs as young stars like Garland and Evan Mobley mature. Cunningham also touches on the potential absence of Garland at the start of the season and how it might influence the team's approach to filling their final roster position.

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Monday Mailbag: How Many Teams Can Win the Eastern Conference? Are the Cleveland Cavaliers Done Adding This Offseason? Aug 04, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) explores potential roster moves for the Cleveland Cavaliers before the season starts. He analyzes the current state of the Eastern Conference, identifying top contenders and discussing the competitiveness of the league. Danny examines the Cavaliers' team culture, highlighting the importance of locker room chemistry for on-court success. The podcast also addresses rumors about Al Horford potentially joining the Cavs, explaining the financial constraints and likelihood of such a move. Danny provides insights into the team's strategy for filling their 14th roster spot and previews upcoming episodes that will further discuss the Cavaliers' roster construction and season outlook.

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Reacting to How Analysts are Grading the Cleveland Cavaliers and Lonzo Ball Named Under-The-Radar Move of the Summer Jul 31, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) analyzes the Cleveland Cavaliers' offseason moves and grades from national media outlets. He examines the B grade given by ESPN, CBS, and Yahoo, arguing it's a fair assessment considering the team's financial constraints. Cunningham discusses specific transactions, including the departure of Ty Drum, re-signing of Sam Merrill, and acquisition of Larry Nance Jr. The podcast focuses on the Cavs' trade for Lonzo Ball, which CBS ranked as the best under-the-radar move of the NBA offseason. Danny explores Ball's potential impact on stars like Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell, weighing the trade's upside against Ball's injury history. The episode concludes with a look at the Cavaliers' newly announced preseason schedule, featuring matchups against Isaac Okoro's Chicago Bulls and the Boston Celtics, with a reminder not to overreact to preseason performance.

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Looking Ahead to the Future of the Cleveland Cavaliers Jul 29, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) explores the future of the Cleveland Cavaliers beyond the current season. He analyzes potential roster changes, focusing on the core trio of Evan Mobley, Donovan Mitchell, and Darius Garland. The podcast examines contract situations of key players like Jarrett Allen and Max Strus, discussing their trade potential and impact on the team's salary cap. Danny explains the implications of the second apron on the Cavs' financial flexibility and ability to make trades, drawing parallels to recent moves by the Boston Celtics. He also addresses why Cleveland couldn't pursue big-name trades for players like Kevin Durant or LeBron James, citing financial restrictions and long-term competitiveness concerns. The episode provides insights into the Cavaliers' strategic decisions and potential moves in the coming years, offering valuable analysis for fans and fantasy basketball enthusiasts alike.

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Ranking the Cleveland Cavaliers Roster and Discussing the Upcoming NBA Top 100 List Jul 28, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) breaks down his rankings for the Cleveland Cavaliers players in anticipation of Locked On's top 100 NBA player list. He analyzes Donovan Mitchell's case as a top 10 player, discusses Evan Mobley's potential to crack the top 15, and examines Darius Garland's comeback expectations. Cunningham also explains his reasoning for ranking De'Andre Hunter ahead of Jarrett Allen and Max Strus, citing Hunter's versatility and postseason impact potential. The episode concludes with a full roster ranking and updates on the show's schedule for the upcoming weeks. Listeners gain insight into the Cavs' player hierarchy and their potential standings in the league-wide rankings.

Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/

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Ranking the Cleveland Cavaliers Offseason Moves and the Team's Mount Rushmore with Spencer German Jul 25, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) analyzes the Cleveland Cavaliers' offseason moves and creates a Mount Rushmore of Cavs players with guest Spencer German (Cleveland Cavaliers on SI, Locked On Browns). The duo examines the team's strategy as a second apron team, discussing key transactions like Ty Jerome's departure and Lonzo Ball's acquisition. They explore the potential impact of these moves on the Cavs' playoff performance and debate Sam Merrill's re-signing. The episode culminates in a spirited discussion about the greatest players in Cavaliers history, with LeBron James and Mark Price securing spots while Donovan Mitchell, Brad Daugherty, and Kyrie Irving vie for inclusion. Danny and Spencer offer insights on how recent achievements and postseason success factor into their Mount Rushmore selections, providing Cavs fans with a comprehensive look at the team's past and present.

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Dissecting The Worst Moves the Cleveland Cavaliers Have Made This Decade Jul 24, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) analyzes the team's management decisions over the past five years, focusing on Koby Altman's tenure as executive. He discusses ESPN's recent ranking of NBA teams' biggest mistakes, highlighting the Cavaliers' position at 30th for a relatively minor error. Cunningham examines key draft picks, trades, and organizational decisions, comparing the Cavaliers' performance to other NBA franchises. He explores the team's improved decision-making post-2020, touching on earlier missteps like hiring John Beilein and drafting choices. The podcast concludes by emphasizing the Cavaliers' strong position due to their clean record of major decisions, instilling confidence in the franchise's future under Altman's leadership.

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Where the Cleveland Cavaliers Rank Amongst the Eastern Conference's Best After the Offseason Jul 23, 2025

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On this episode of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham (The Inside Shot, Cleveland Magazine, 92.3 The Fan) analyzes the Cleveland Cavaliers' position in the NBA Eastern Conference for the upcoming season. He presents his power rankings, discusses FanDuel betting odds, and examines team dynamics across the conference. Cunningham argues for the Cavaliers as the top team in the East, citing their regular-season potential and the duo of Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley. He explores the New York Knicks' recent success, potential dark horses in the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic, and expresses skepticism about the Philadelphia 76ers' playoff chances. The podcast also touches on lower-ranked teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, and Indiana Pacers, while challenging the notion of a wide-open Eastern Conference.

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