Matthew Schmidt

Matthew Schmidt

Joined: Jun 18, 2024

Matthew Schmidt is a sportswriter who covers NFL, MLB, NBA and college football and basketball. He has been writing professionally since 2011 and has also worked for Bleacher Report, FanRag Sports, ClutchPoints, NFLAnalysis.net and NBAAnalysis.net. He was born and raised in New Jersey and has a rather eclectic group of favorite teams: the Boston Celtics, New York Giants and Miami Marlins.

Nov 15, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) and guard Donovan Mitchell (45) celebrate after the Cavs beat the Chicago Bulls and moved to 14-0 on the season at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

May 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts during the first half against the Indiana Pacers in game five of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Nov 4, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4), guard Donovan Mitchell (center) and forward Dean Wade (32) cheer on their team in the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Allison Farrand-Imagn Images

Dec 31, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Jan 20, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers mascot Moondog performs before a game against the Phoenix Suns at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers could reunite with one of their most popular former players.

Dec 23, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson stands on the sideline in the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Could the Cleveland Cavaliers land this All-Star guard to further boost their championship hopes?

Nov 8, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson reacts in the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers may have a trade partner with this Eastern Conference team.

Dec 23, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson stands on the sideline in the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Could the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers hook up for this potential All-Star trade?

Mar 23, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson instructs the team against the Utah Jazz during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

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An NBA insider is fully expecting the Cleveland Cavaliers to make a trade, and he has explained the details.

Apr 6, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts after a play during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers have been connected to a very exciting trade that could change the NBA as we know it.

Mar 15, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils mascot in the first half of the 2025 ACC Conference Championship game against the Louisville Cardinals at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Could the Cleveland Cavaliers swing a major trade that would allow them to land this Duke Blue Devils star?

Apr 6, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson reacts during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers have been advised to not make one particular blockbuster trade this NBA offseason.

May 6, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson reacts in the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game two of the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been connected to a very intriguing Western Conference sharpshooter in NBA free agency this offseason.

Jul 26, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman speaks to reporters during a press conference at Cleveland Clinic Courts. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

The Cleveland Cavaliers may have a perfect trade partner lined up heading into the NBA offseason.

Mar 30, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) celebrates during the second half against the Los Angeles Clippers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

This monster trade proposal would see the Cleveland Cavaliers sending an All-Star to an Eastern Conference rival.

Jul 26, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman speaks to reporters during a press conference at Cleveland Clinic Courts. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

The Cleveland Cavaliers would shake things up with this All-Star trade proposal.