J.B. Bickerstaff was let go for losing the locker room, and now he’s coaching the top team in the East and in the running for Coach of the Year. The same questions are now arriving for Kenny Atkinson and his grip on the Cavaliers.

As one of the members of the core group, Evan Mobley loves playing alongside Merrill. Considering Mobley has plenty of responsibilities as the star power forward, having a teammate who complements his skill set is a great feeling to have. More: Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson gets honest about the smaller starting lineup

The Cavaliers made headlines by starting a triple-guard starting lineup, which ended up not working against the Timberwolves.

The Cavaliers are paying like a contender. They just aren’t playing like one at the moment. Cleveland currently has the most expensive roster in the NBA and is the league’s only team over the second apron.

Nearly halfway through the season, Cleveland is once again searching for answers at small forward after betting on De’Andre Hunter, forcing uncomfortable questions about fit, ceilings and what comes next.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have played their whole season without Max Strus. It seems that may continue for a little while longer.

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle and his team had a rocky beginning to last year, just as the Cleveland Cavaliers have this season.

The Saturday NBA schedule tips off with a cross-conference matinee as the Cleveland Cavaliers (21-18) host the Minnesota Timberwolves (25-13).

Julius Randle had 28 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Cleveland Cavaliers on Jan. 8 in Minneapolis.