Tony Pesta

Tony Pesta

Joined: Aug 18, 2017

Site Expert for Blue Man Hoop. Contributor for HoopsHabit. Journalism Student at Cleveland State University. Follow my Twitter @Tony_Pesta

Evan Mobley, an NBA Most Improved Player candidate, with Darius Garland(Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers still trending upward despite recent struggles

PORTLAND, OREGON - JANUARY 07: Jarrett Allen # 31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts after a shot during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on January 07, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

Quantifying Jarrett Allen’s value to the Cleveland Cavaliers

CLEVELAND, OHIO - JANUARY 26: Dean Wade #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates after scoring during the third quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on January 26, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Bucks 115-99. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

3 hidden gems on the Cleveland Cavaliers’ roster this season

PORTLAND, OREGON - JANUARY 07: Robert Covington # 33 of the Portland Trail Blazers knocks the ball loose from Darius Garland # 10 (R) of the Cleveland Cavaliers as he drives to the basket during the second half at Moda Center on January 07, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

NBA Trades: Cavaliers ultimate guide to the NBA trade deadline

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 10: Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on against the during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center on January 10, 2022 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Darius Garland is commanding the Cleveland Cavaliers to perfection

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 10: Darius Garland #10 celebrates with Ricky Rubio #3 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after Garland scored during the final seconds of the fourth quarter against the Washington Wizards at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on November 10, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Wizards defeated the Cavaliers 97-94. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

3 keys for the Cleveland Cavaliers after losing Rubio and Sexton

CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 08: Kevin Love #0 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates during the last minutes of the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on December 08, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Bulls 115-92. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Kevin Love’s return to glory with the Cleveland Cavaliers

CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 08: Kevin Love #0 Darius Garland #10 Ricky Rubio #3 Evan Mobley #4 and Cedi Osman #16 of the Cleveland Cavaliers joke during a timeout during the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on December 08, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Bulls 115-92. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

3 reasons for the Cleveland Cavaliers’ sudden resurgence

TORONTO, ON - NOVEMBER 5: Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates after their team defeats the Toronto Raptors at the Scotiabank Arena on November 5, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)

Darius Garland will make-or-break Cleveland Cavaliers season

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 10: Lauri Markkanen #24 Isaac Okoro #35 Jarrett Allen #31 Evan Mobley #4 and Kevin Pangos #6 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate during the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 10, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Bulls defeated the Cavaliers 102-101. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers: Is the three-big lineup working?

Oct 23, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton (2) lies on the ground after play during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Cavaliers: Breaking down the Collin Sexton dilemma

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 10: Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates with teammates during player introductions prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 10, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers: Evan Mobley can revolutionize NBA defense

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 05: Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives against Alize Johnson #22 of the Chicago Bulls during a preseason game at the United Center on October 05, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Cavaliers 131-95. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers need to tweak their starting lineup

INDEPENDENCE, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 27: Collin Sexton #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses during Cleveland Cavaliers Media Day at Cleveland Clinic Courts on September 27, 2021 in Independence, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers: 3 keys to reaching NBA Playoffs

May 10, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton (2) reacts in the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Cavaliers: 3 reasons to rally behind Collin Sexton

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 29: Isaac Okoro #35 of the Cleveland Cavaliers in action during a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on March 29, 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Cleveland Cavaliers: 3 x-factors that will determine their success