In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor tackle questions from subtext subscribers about the Cavs. They dive into Isaac Okoro's absence, the potential return of Max Strus, and how these developments impact team strategy and player roles. The duo also explores the Cavs' offensive transformation under Kenny…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss Max Strus' potential return and its implications for the team's offense. The conversation also touches on the challenges of managing player rotations, especially with Isaac Okoro's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, host Ethan Sands and columnist Jimmy Watkins break down the Cavs' season so far, exploring key trends on both ends of the floor, the sustainability of their hot shooting, and Evan Mobley's growth. They wrap things up with a lively game of "Start, Bench, Trade," debating the fates of Cleveland's sma…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' 130-101 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. They delve into the emotional significance of head coach Kenny Atkinson's return to Brooklyn, the team's defensive strategies, and the implications of potential trades as the season progresses. They also pro…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' recent victory over the Washington Wizards. They analyze the team's defensive strategies, particularly their switch-heavy approach, and highlight key player performances, including Jarrett Allen and Isaac Okoro. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the latest injury updates for the Cavs, focusing on Max Strus, Evan Mobley, and Isaac Okoro. They also discuss the intricacies of the Cavs' current season, analyzing the impact of Strus' return and how Kenny Atkinson plans to manage minutes among his rotati…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins, focus on Max Strus's recovery from injury, the importance of role players like Dean Wade, and the challenges faced by coach Kenny Atkinson in managing player rotations, especially with a playoff mindset. They also discuss the dynamics surrounding Kevin Lo…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins delve into the performance and impact of Jarrett Allen on the Cavs. They discuss his role as a key player, the dynamics of playing alongside Evan Mobley, the implications of his sporadic statistical contributions, and the potential future of the Cavs' ros…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' recent loss to the Miami Heat, the importance of a mental reset for the team, and the depth of the bench. They also touch on the benefits of team bonding during their stay in Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins highlighted the Cavs' 20th win against the Denver Nuggets. The conversation delves into the Cavs' dominance in 3-point shooting, and the evolution of the Cavs' offensive strategies. They explore the importance of optionality in player roles, and the devel…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' performance a quarter into the NBA season. They analyze the team's consistency, injury concerns, defensive strategies, upcoming schedule challenges, and the ranking of the Cavs' young core compared to other teams in the league. The conversation also tou…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' recent victory over the Washington Wizards, focusing on the team's defensive performance, player development, and injury updates. They analyze the impact of Dean Wade's return on the team's defensive capabilities. The conversation also touches on the ch…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor focus on the impact of injuries to key players Dean Wade and Max Strus. They delve into Wade's potential return, the dynamics of the Cavs' roster, and the statistical comparison to Isaac Okoro. They explore the implications of Wade's availability on the team's dynamics a…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor analyze key player performances, defensive strategies, and the implications of injuries on the game's dynamics. They delve into Darius Garland's growth, Donovan Mitchell's MVP-worthy moments, and the evolving roles of players like Evan Mobley and Isaac Okoro. The convers…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' recent loss to the Atlanta Hawks, focusing on the team's defensive struggles. The hosts analyze the importance of fourth quarter execution, and they also give injury updates for key players and the overall direction of the team as they navigate the seas…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the MVP race with Donovan Mitchell's candidacy, and the Defensive Player of the Year race featuring Evan Mobley and more. They analyze the team's performance, individual player statistics, and the impact of coaching changes on the Cavs' success. They also dive in…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor analyze the Cavs' offensive strategies, defensive performance, and the impact of players like Ty Jerome. They also delve into the rivalry between Evan Mobley and Scottie Barnes, highlighting the competitive spirit and dynamics within the team. Learn more about your ad ch…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor delve into the injury concerns surrounding key Cavs players, and the role of assistant coaches in player development. The conversation also touches on the depth of the Cavs' roster and the potential for trades, as well as an update on Max Strus's recovery from injury. Se…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands delves into the emergence of players like Jaylon Tyson and Ty Jerome. The conversation highlights the team's maturity, the importance of veteran leadership, and the contributions of role players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cavs' first loss of the season against the Boston Celtics. They analyze the game, focusing on the performance of key players like Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, the impact of injuries on the team's dynamics, and the challenges posed by the Ce…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins dive into the excitement surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers' upcoming clash with the Boston Celtics. They explore how injuries are shaping team dynamics, the significance of the Cavs' impressive winning streak, and the weight of expectations heading into the matchup. …

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive 15-0 start to the season. They highlight the strategic coaching of Kenny Atkinson and the evolving identity of the Cavs as they balance offensive firepower with defensive responsibilities. Learn more about your …

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cavs' historic start to the season, marked by a 14-game winning streak. The conversation highlights the shift away from the LeBron James era and the emergence of a new era for the franchise, emphasizing the potential for the playoffs ahead. Learn more about…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor delve into the team's upcoming game against the Chicago Bulls, the significance of the new City Edition jerseys, and the impact of player contracts on the team's future. The conversation highlights the camaraderie within the team and the importance of player develo…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor delve into the contributions of Isaac Okoro, whose 3-point shooting continues to improve and adds another layer to the complexity of the Cavs' offense if he can be consistent. The conversation emphasizes the significance of learning through wins and the evolving roles of…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' 12-0 start to the season, highlighting their depth, coaching strategies, and the evolving roles of key players. They analyze Kenny Atkinson's coaching philosophy, Donovan Mitchell's leadership, and the contributions from the bench, emphasizing the impor…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' undefeated record and the challenges they face ahead. They delve into the Cavs' small forward debate with Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade. The conversation also touches on Kenny Atkinson's coaching strategies and how the team is adapting to various matc…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' 10-0 start. They delve into the team's offensive dominance, the growth of Garland and Isaac Okoro, and the impact of head coach Kenny Atkinson on team culture and dynamics. The conversation also touches on the importance of managing player minutes for l…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the influence of Kenny Atkinson and strategies for guarding Stephen Curry. They also speculate with subtext subscribers on potential trade moves that could be made ahead of the trade deadline, emphasizing the importance of team chemistry and fit. Learn more about…

The #Cavs are off to their best start in franchise history after their 131-122 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor highlight the impact of Kenny Atkinson's coaching, the resilience of Darius Garland, and the importance of bench depth in the team's success. The conversatio…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' start to the season. They delve into the impact of injuries on both the Cavs and their opponents, the depth of the team, and the resurgence of Darius Garland as an all-star caliber player. The conversation also highlights Evan Mobley's evolution a…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands discusses the Cavs' impressive start to the NBA season, highlighting individual contributions. The conversation also touches on the coaching strategies of Kenny Atkinson and the expectations for the team's future as they aim for a historic season. This episode also contains audio f…

In this Halloween episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' impressive start to the NBA season, exploring 'what if' scenarios regarding LeBron James and the team's championship odds. The conversation delves into the challenges the Cavs face in the playoffs and what may hold the Cavs back from pursuing …

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' 5-0 start to the season, highlighting their offensive evolution, player development, and defensive identity. They delve into how the team's chemistry, adaptability, and Kenny Atkinson's coaching strategies combined to spoil Bronny James' Cleveland debut…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the momentous return of LeBron James to Cleveland with his son Bronny. The conversation shifts to the upcoming matchup between the Cavs and Lakers, debating Jarrett Allen's standing as a center in the league, and comparing him to other notable centers. Chapters: …

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' recent victory over the New York Knicks. They analyze the team's performance, focusing on Darius Garland's standout game, the importance of physicality and defense, and the depth of the roster. The conversation also touches on the significance of this w…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands previews the upcoming game against the New York Knicks, analyzing the challenges and strategies the Cavs could employ to secure a win. Sands emphasizes the importance of this game as a litmus test for the Cavs' season and their potential as contenders in the Eastern Conference. Learn mo…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, hosts Ethan Sands and Chris discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' strong start to the season, focusing on their 2-0 record and the importance of team identity, particularly on defense. They analyze individual performances, including Ty Jerome's impact, injury updates on Max Strus, and the evolving roles…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' upcoming home opener against the Detroit Pistons. The significance of J.B. Bickerstaff's return as head coach of the Pistons, the importance of winning against lesser opponents, and the individual matchups, particularly between Evan Mobley and Cade Cunn…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' season opener against the Toronto Raptors. They delve into the excitement surrounding the team's performance, the offensive and defensive dynamics under new head coach Kenny Atkinson, and the standout play of Evan Mobley. The conversation also covers th…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the upcoming NBA season. They delve into the legacy of LeBron James, the dominance of the Boston Celtics, the dynamics of the Cavs' roster, and the impact of injuries around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the impact of Max Strus' injury and who should slide into the starting lineup of the season opener in Toronto on Oct. 23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesDe către cleveland.com - Advance Local

In this episode of The Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the high energy surrounding the Cleveland Guardians after a thrilling game, delve into potential breakout players for the Cavs, and analyze the impact of Evan Mobley versus Scottie Barnes. They explore Kenny Atkinson's offensive strategies, the versatility of the…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' preseason performance against the Detroit Pistons. They delve into the impact of head coach JB Bickerstaff on the team's culture and success, the importance of players like Max Strus and Dean Wade, and the dynamics of the roster as they p…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor delve into the pivotal roles of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. They discuss Allen's indispensable impact on both offense and defense, his ranking among Eastern Conference centers, and the potential strategies under new coach Kenny Atkinson. Learn more about your ad choic…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor delve into the Cavs' roster dynamics, focusing on key players like Ty Jerome, Craig Porter Jr., and Isaac Okoro. They discuss the implications of Kenny Atkinson's coaching philosophy on player development, the competition for backup positions, and the potential roles of …

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor dive into the recent NBA GM survey, which notably excluded Cavs star Donovan Mitchell from the list of top shooting guards. They discuss the implications of playoff performance on player rankings and the motivation this list may give Mitchell for the upcoming 2024-25 sea…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the Cavs' first preseason game against the Chicago Bulls. They analyze the team's performance, focusing on Kenny Atkinson's vision for the offense, the impact of Max Strus' injury, and the roles of key players like Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Darius Garlan…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and guest Chris Fedor discuss the upcoming NBA season, focusing on the impact of rookie max extensions on players like Evan Mobley, Scottie Barnes, and Franz Wagner. The conversation emphasizes the importance of opportunity for player development and the need for Mobley to assert himsel…

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins discuss the upcoming NBA season, focusing on the Cavs and their position in the Eastern Conference. They analyze power rankings, team strengths, and the impact of key players. The conversation also delves into comparisons between players like Isaac Okoro and OG Anunoby…