Tim Daniel

Joined: Mar 31, 2026

Tim Daniel is the host of the Locked On Reds & Locked On Cavs Podcasts, also a writer for Cincinnati Reds Talk On SI, and is a die-hard fan of the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals, and Cleveland Cavaliers.

May 11, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) is interviewed after the Cavaliers game four win against the Detroit Pistons in the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers now have a chance to end the Toronto Raptors' season on Friday, May 1. In the second half of game 5, the Cavs looked like the team we all thought they could be, but have been unable to find consistency so far.

Apr 26, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) shoots the ball as Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) defends during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

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It's often said that you need a little luck to win the NBA Championship. While this series isn't for the Larry O'Brien, the 5 games between the Cleveland Cavali

Apr 29, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schroder (8) celebrates his three-point basket against the Toronto Raptors in the fourth quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Dennis Schorder Kept the Cleveland Cavaliers alive after his heroic 4th quarter in Game 5 Wednesday night at Rocket Arena. If you thought this was a sentence th

Apr 20, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (12) grabs a rebound against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) during the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

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The Toronto Rapots have discovered an X-Factor in the series vs the Cleveland Cavaliers. His name is Collin Murray-Boyles, and he has made things very difficult

Apr 5, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant (3) and forward Larry Nance Jr. (22) celebrate after a basket by Bryant during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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It's no secret, the Cleveland Cavaliers are in a battle now with the Toronto Raptors. The Cavs took the first two games in Cleveland at Rocket Arena, but once t

Apr 20, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) and guard James Harden (1) celebrates after the Cavaliers defeated the Toronto Raptors in game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

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With the Series tied 2-2, Game 5 is the most important game of the season

Nov 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) dribbles beside Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (5) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Immanuel Quickley being ruled out for the remainder of the series fundamentally shifts the dynamics in Cleveland’s favor because Toronto loses its primary organ

Apr 20, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley (4) drives on Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (12) during the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers head to Toronto with a 2-0 lead in the first round series of the Eastern Conference Playoffs over the Toronto Raptors. Although the Cavs

Apr 20, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) reacts during the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers control their series with the Toronto Raptors so far holding a 2-0 advantage. While games are more difficult to win on the road, especia

Apr 18, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) celebrates after hitting a three point basket against the Toronto Raptors during the second half of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The Cleveland Cavaliers took care of business in Game 1 of the First round vs the Toronto Raptors. Between Donovan Mitchell and Max Strus's clutch shooting, the

Nov 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) defends Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) in the fourth quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

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Previewing the Cleveland Cavaliers' first-round playoff series with Jeremy Brenner, publisher of Toronto Raptors On SI.

Feb 12, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (9)defends against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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On Saturday afternoon, the Cleveland Cavaliers will be hosting the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Playoffs. While this feels like a favorab

Tim Daniel

Joined: Mar 31, 2026

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The Cleveland Cavaliers Turnover Issues Must Be Fixed Immediately

Cavaliers vs. Pistons Tactical Breakdown: 3 Ways Cleveland Can Beat Detroit

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5 Questions Ahead of Game 6 Between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors

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Cavaliers Must Capitalize on Raptors Injury Concerns Going Into Game 6

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The Cleveland Cavaliers Adjustment That Flipped Game 5

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One Player From Toronto Raptors Is Becoming a Major Issue for the Cleveland Cavaliers

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One Adjustment That Could Change Everything for Cavaliers

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5 Questions Before Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 5

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Immanuel Quickley Situation Changes Everything for the Cavaliers

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Five Questions Before Cavaliers vs. Raptors Game 3 in Toronto

Cleveland's 2-0 Lead Against Raptors Changes Everything for Cavaliers

Five Questions Before Cavaliers Host Raptors for Game 2 of NBA Playoffs

Cavs vs. Raptors Preview: Expert Q&A on Brandon Ingram, Toronto's NBA Playoff Hopes

Cavaliers vs. Raptors Tactical Breakdown: Three Ways Cleveland Can Beat Toronto