Cavs Fuelled by Resentment and Rivalry | Cleveland News

The Cavaliers are fueled by fire as they prepare for the 2026-27 season, vowing to prove doubters wrong after a brutal playoff exit and a roster stripped of key pieces. With LeBron James now in Philly, former Cavs like Dean Wade joining his new squad, and a schedule that sidelines them on national TV and big games, Cleveland’s chip is firmly planted. The season kicks off with a hostile road game against LeBron’s Sixers, followed by a charged return home on Nov. 6 — where boos may echo louder than cheers. A rematch against the Knicks, who swept them in the playoffs, comes next, then a grueling January road stretch against elite teams. Even Darius Garland gets a New Year’s Eve sendoff as the Cavs host his Clippers team — a chance for fans to honor his legacy and celebrate resilience amid adversity. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b53900cef749ef58