On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers defeating the Denver Nuggets 113-108 on Friday night. Danny begins the show by discussing how the Cavs coming from behind to beat Denver is a sign of growth, considering some of the bad losses the team suffered earlier in the season. Danny then dives into the things that the Cavs need to do better, such as involving the bigs and play with a higher level of intensity from the start. Finally, Danny discusses Lonzo Ball’s return to the rotation and how it was the best he’s played this season. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham discusses the trends that the Cleveland Cavaliers are on that have helped to turn the team around. After spending much of the year as a bad 3-point shooting team, the Cavs have started to generate much better looks from beyond the 3-point line, which has led them to being one of the best shooting teams in the last two weeks. Next, Danny talks about the team playing Craig Porter Jr. over Lonzo Ball in the rotation. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers 129-113 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday afternoon. Danny begins the show by talking about the high level of effort that the Cavs put forth against the Suns, continuing a recent trend where the team has played much better. Danny then breaks down the strong performances by Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen and Darius Garland in the win. Finally, he discusses the recent change to the rotation where the Cavs are playing Craig Porter Jr. over Lonzo Ball. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham looks ahead to 2026 as it pertains to the Cleveland Cavaliers by giving the team a list of New Year’s Resolutions that the must follow. He begins by talking about the Cavs needing to be healthier, first and foremost. Cleveland has lost more games to injury than almost every other team in the NBA, and that needs to change. Secondly, he touches upon the fact that the Cavs need to shoot the basketball better from beyond the arc if they’re going to sustain this style of offense. Finally, Danny talks about the team needing to sustain the effort that the Cavs have played with recently.

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham previews the upcoming games for the Cleveland Cavaliers. First, Danny is joined by Benjamin Garcia of Locked on Suns to take a peek at what’s been happening with the Phoenix Suns so far this season. Next, Swipa from Locked On Nuggets stops by to talk about all the injuries that the Nuggets* have had to play through so far this season and what’s been going well for them. Finally, Ku Khahil from Locked on Pistons joins to talk about the Eastern Conference leading Detroit Pistons. *Please note, the conversation with Swipa was recorded before Nikola Jokic was injured on Monday night. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers earning their most important win of the season on Monday night against the San Antonio Spurs. Danny discusses why it was important that the Cavs won a game in which they weren’t at their best offensively against the Spurs and Donovan Mitchell didn’t have a strong performance. Danny also touches on the stellar play of Jarrett Allen and Jaylon Tyson. Next, Danny talks about the rotation decision that Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson made to not play Lonzo Ball, opting for Craig Porter Jr. instead. Finally, Danny closes the show by talking about what’s ahead for the Cavs. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham discusses whether or not the Cleveland Cavaliers can respond to their latest blowout loss to the Houston Rockets. Danny dives into why that loss is only as bad as it felt if the Cavs continue down that path. If the team turns it around on Monday in San Antonio, it matters less. He also dives into what changes – both internally and externally – that the Cavs could potentially make. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers losing to the Houston Rockets on Saturday night. Danny talks about the lack of effort from the Cavs and what went wrong from them offensively on a night where the starters failed to score 25 or more points in any of the first three quarters. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers losing to the New York Knicks on Christmas day at Madison Square Garden. Danny discusses what went wrong for the Cavs after they held a 17-point lead in the fourth quarter. He also spends time talking about the good things Cleveland did in order to lead the Knicks for the majority of the game. He closes the show by talking about how this loss felt different from many of the other bad losses the team has had and why it shouldn’t erase the good things the Cavs have done lately. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham is joined by Gavin Schall of Locked On Knicks and Jackson Gatlin of Locked On Rockets to preview the upcoming showdowns for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Please note, this episode was recorded prior to the news of Evan Mobley being upgraded to questionable on the injury report for the Christmas Day matchup with the New York Knicks. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers defeating the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night and the impact that Sam Merrill has had so far in his return to the floor after missing one month because of an injury. Danny also talks about the strong performance by Donovan Mitchell and how the Cavs once again look like an elite offensive team in this recent sample. He continues by saying that the team needs to continue this momentum in the upcoming Christmas Day showdown against the New York Knicks. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers defeating the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night. Danny begins the show by talking about how well the Cavaliers played on the offensive end of the floor, connecting on a season-high 24 3-pointers. He dives into the big nights by Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and De’Andre Hunter to help lead Cleveland to victory. Danny also discusses the impact that Sam Merrill had on the game despite not making any 3-pointers in his return from injury. Finally, he dives into why this game is only important if the Cavs can build upon it. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham is joined by Doug Branson of Locked On Hornets and Jake Madison of Locked on Pelicans to preview the upcoming games that the Cleveland Cavaliers have this week. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the possibility that Sam Merrill could be returning to the floor for the Cleveland Cavaliers in their game against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night. Danny dives into how Merrill has had a positive impact for the Cavs on both ends of the floor this season and was sorely missed during his time on the shelf. Next, Danny talks about the report from over the weekend that Cavs owner Dan Gilbert is currently unhappy with the team and what it could mean for this group. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers 136-125 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Friday night. Danny begins the show by discussing how the same problems that have plagued the Cavaliers during their recent skid continue to cost them in big moments. He also talks about Darius Garland’s game being a good sign as he continues to improve as his health trends in the right direction. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the latest trade rumors involving the Cleveland Cavaliers. ESPN reported on Thursday that Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley are “untouchable” in trade talks. What would that mean for Darius Garland? Plus, Danny discusses the biggest issues the Cavs have on the floor right now, including health and effort. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers losing to the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. Danny talks about how this game is similar to several other games the Cavs have lost this season, leading to their underwhelming start to the season. He also addresses the starting lineup change that Kenny Atkinson made on Wednesday, benching De’Andre Hunter. Finally, he talks about what was said in the locker room afterwards about how the team can turn this around. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham discusses how the Cleveland Cavaliers sticking together through adversity this season is a very important thing for whether or not they can overcome their early season struggles. He also gives injury updates on Jarrett Allen, Evan Mobley and Sam Merrill. Finally, Danny talks about why the Cavs shouldn’t entertain any Darius Garland trade offers. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham discusses whether or not the Cleveland Cavaliers should consider making a trade this early in the season due to the underwhelming start the team is off to. He talks about why he thinks it would be a bad idea to trade All-Star point guard Darius Garland at this time and ultimately making a move this early would be a panic move. Danny also talks about the Cavs potentially needing to move De’Andre Hunter to the bench in favor of Jaylon Tyson in the starting lineup to provide a spark so that the Cavs don’t continue to need to play from behind in games. Check out Danny’s Substack, The Inside Shot: https://theinsideshot.substack.com/ Email the show: LOCavsmailbag@gmail.com

On this edition of Locked On Cavs, Danny Cunningham reacts to the Cleveland Cavaliers loss on Sunday afternoon against the Washington Wizards. Danny begins the show by talking about Cleveland’s lack of identity as a team, and this same script playing out in several games the Cavs have played lately. He then discusses the poor performance from Donovan Mitchell in the loss and whether that should matter in a game like this. Danny also addresses the game that Darius Garland had as he continues to work his way back from toe surgery. Finally, Danny talks about the mounting injuries for the Cavaliers as Evan Mobley is out with a calf strain.