Caleb Crowley

Ashland

Senior Contributor at King James Gospel

basketball enjoyer, college athletics creative director, senior contributor for King James Gospel, NBA writer at Athlon Sports

Articles

The blockbuster Darius Garland trade that the Cavaliers cannot ignore this summer

3 weeks ago | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

Cleveland could reshape the roster for the playoffsWith two young contending franchises reaching an impasse, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Minnesota Timberwolves could be perfect trade partners this summer. Following a shocking trade last summer, the Timberwolves reached the Western Conference Finals with a core of Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle. Though the beginning of the season had rough patches, the trio discovered a working system and began to eviscerate competition in the west.
The overlooked NBA Draft prospect the Cleveland Cavaliers can't afford to ignore

1 month ago | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

The Cavaliers could find an NBA-ready center in the second round. The Cleveland Cavaliers face another offseason after an embarrassing postseason exit in the second round, losing in just five games against the Indiana Pacers. Cleveland enjoyed the second-best regular season record in team history, winning 64 games with three players named to the 2025 All-Star roster.
Hustle and star power leads Cavaliers to emphatic win as Pacers meltdown

1 month ago | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

Indiana struggles under pressureGoing down 0-2 was not enough to shake the Cleveland Cavaliers, powering themselves to a thunderous victory to bring the series back to contention. Cavaliers superstar Donovan Mitchell continued his display of firepower against the Pacers, scoring 43 points after dropping 47 in game two. With the Pacers coming off a buzzer-beater to break Cleveland's heart in game two, the Cavs' fortitude would be tested to avoid falling into sweep territory.
Ty Jerome's Cavaliers playoff debut provides the answer to a vital question

2 months ago | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

Ty Jerome is that man for the Cavaliers. Ty Jerome's playoff debut with the Cleveland Cavaliers could not have provided more for the audience to celebrate. After the Cavaliers broke open an early first-quarter lead, the visiting Miami Heat lurked, never allowing the Cavs to run away with the game. Led by a championship-winning head coach in Eric Spoelstra, the 10-seed Heat are nothing short of a legitimate threat in any situation.
Bucks get remarkable Damian Lillard injury news before playoffs begin

2 months ago | sportingnews.com | Caleb Crowley

As the Milwaukee Bucks approach a competitive first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, the return of star guard Damian Lillard could be a dynamic shift in Milwaukee's fortune. On March 25, 2025, the Bucks announced Lillard was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf, sidelining the seven-time All-NBA point guard indefinitely.
Why the Cavaliers' latest roster move needs to be more than a rental

Feb 20, 2025 | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

The Cavaliers are building for today and tomorrow. It's not often that a team finds a solid rotational piece in the buyout market, but the Cleveland Cavaliers might have done just that. Following a buy-in trade at the deadline for De'Andre Hunter, the Cavaliers dropped below the 14-player minimum for rosters in the NBA. This requirement does not include two-way players, meaning Cleveland would need to add another player within two weeks of falling below that threshold.
The answer to the Cavaliers open roster spot is right under their noses

Feb 17, 2025 | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

Bring him up from down under!For the rest of the season, the Cleveland Cavaliers roster is complete. Cleveland secured a big 3-and-D wing for the future at the deadline, adding De'Andre Hunter to their rotation. With a dynamic core and cohesive supporting cast, the Cavaliers are not in the position to feel the need to shake things up. Coach Kenny Atkinson has instilled a strong team culture that has translated to winning.
Grade the Trade: Cavaliers answer biggest need at the deadline in bold proposal

Feb 5, 2025 | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

The perfect deal could be on the way for the Cavaliers. With a 40-10 record through 50 games, the Cleveland Cavaliers are one of the few NBA teams who do not need a trade at the deadline. Still, the Cavs rely too heavily on their one big wing Dean Wade, making them a clear buyer for a second combo forward as they build toward a Finals favorite. In games without Wade this season, the Cavaliers have a 10-5 record.
Crafting the perfect Cavaliers rotation to take down the Celtics in the playoffs

Jan 29, 2025 | kingjamesgospel.com | Caleb Crowley

It's never too early to prepare to embarrass those silly C's. If the Cleveland Cavaliers hope to reach the NBA Finals, they seem to be on a direct collision course with the reigning champion Boston Celtics. Though the Cavs hold a 5.5-game lead over the C's in the Eastern Conference standings, Boston has a long track record of playoff dominance with this core. With two trips to the Finals and one victory over the Dallas Mavericks, the Celtics are nothing to laugh at.
One Underrated Player Could Lead to Phoenix Suns Turnaround, They Might Not Need a Trade

Jan 12, 2025 | bvmsports.com | Caleb Crowley

The modern Phoenix Suns era has struggled to find a true identity around the star trio of Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. With a new highly restrictive Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), Phoenix's options to build a competent supporting cast as a second-apron franchise are severely limited. In trades, the Suns cannot combine salaries or take in more money than what they send in return.