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October 27, 2023

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Where are they now? A look at LeBron James’ first NBA game 20 years ago

It was 20 years ago – Oct. 29, 2003, Cleveland at Sacramento – when LeBron James took to the court for the first time in the NBA. It began a well-known and well-publicized career. Here’s a look at what James did and what became of everyone on the Cavaliers and Kings rosters that day.

By Marc Bona, cleveland.com

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History suggests Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff is on a short leash to win big after playoff loss to Knicks: Jimmy Watkins

Since 2000, 15 coaches have underperformed in the postseason after winning 50 games and earning home-court advantage like B.J. Bickerstaff did last season. Most of them didn't have much time to atone for their shortcomings.

By Jimmy Watkins, cleveland.com

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Former Cavalier Bobby ‘Bingo’ Smith, part of ‘Miracle of Richfield’ team, dead at 77

Bobby “Bingo ” Smith, a small forward who helped the Cleveland Cavaliers climb from expansion team to playoff contender in the 1970s, has died.

By The Associated Press

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Holy Strus, what a debut! Cavs have a nice win, still need help on the boards – Terry Pluto’s Scribbles

Max Strus had 27 points and a team-high 12 rebounds for the Cavs.

By Terry Pluto, cleveland.com

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Inside Max Strus’ dreamlike Cavs debut: ‘He was sandbagging all preseason’

Max Strus, Cleveland’s treasured offseason pickup, which it acquired from cap-strapped Miami in a three-team sign-and-trade, earned the Cavs’ coveted Junkyard Dog chain after an ethereal debut.

By Chris Fedor, cleveland.com

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Max Strus dazzles in Cavs debut, as Cleveland escapes with 114-113 season opening win over Brooklyn

Making his Cavs debut Wednesday night, Strus helped lead Cleveland to a 114-113 come-from-behind win over the Brooklyn Nets.

By Chris Fedor, cleveland.com

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