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Wine and Gold Talk Podcast

cleveland.com - Advance Local

Get the latest news and analysis about the Cleveland Cavaliers from Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and special guests on cleveland.com.

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42:38

Reacting to the Cavs’ Game 3 loss to the Raptors and...

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2026/04/24

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins analyze the primary factors behind the Cavs’ Game 3 defeat, focusing on Cleveland’s season-high 22 turnovers and Toronto’s imposing physicality. The discussion highlights the Raptors' outlier offensive performance — including shooting nearly 61% from three-point range — and how their relentless defensive pressure successfully exhausted star guards Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. Furthermore, the hosts

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39:31

Could Game 3 be the turning point for the Raptors to...

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2026/04/23

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins preview Game 3 of the playoff series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors, with the Cavs currently holding a 2-0 lead. The discussion focuses on the tactical adjustments Toronto must make to survive, such as reducing Jakob Poeltl's minutes, winning the turnover battle, and potentially baiting Cleveland’s role players into taking more shots to increase game variance. The panel also

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43:01

Is the Cavs bench's lack of offensive production...

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2026/04/22

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands and beat reporter Chris Fedor navigate the Cleveland Cavaliers' current playoff run, addressing listener questions regarding rotations and future matchups. They analyze Jaylon Tyson's ongoing development, arguing that he needs consistent postseason minutes to learn through his mistakes and provide necessary grit. The hosts also evaluate the Cavs' low-scoring bench, concluding that the starting core's dominance alleviates the need

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50:24

Reacting to the Cavs taking a 2-0 first-round series...

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2026/04/21

In the latest episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' methodical 115-105 Game 2 playoff victory over the Toronto Raptors. Driven by a wildly electric home crowd, the Cavaliers showcased an overwhelming offensive performance, with Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, and Evan Mobley combining for 83 points. The group notes how the Raptors are completely overmatched, struggling with constant lineup adjustments and failing

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54:42

Reaction to the Cavs setting the tone in Game 1 with...

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2026/04/19

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins break down the Cleveland Cavaliers' 126-113 Game 1 playoff victory over the Toronto Raptors. The consensus among the trio is that the Raptors are fundamentally outmatched by Cleveland's deep talent and offensive firepower, particularly the dynamic duo of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. The discussion heavily praises the impact of Cleveland's role players, emphasizing Max Strus's clutch shooting and

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34:02

What are the vibes inside the Cavs organization ahead...

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2026/04/18

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands and beat reporter Chris Fedor preview the Cleveland Cavaliers' upcoming first-round playoff series against the Toronto Raptors. They discuss the team's soaring confidence, largely attributed to the mid-season acquisition of James Harden, and note that the Cavaliers actively prioritized their postseason health over racking up regular-season wins. The conversation also highlights concerns regarding the team's perimeter defense,

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43:50

Are the Cavs built to withstand three tiers of...

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2026/04/17

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins analyze the high stakes of the upcoming NBA postseason for the Cleveland Cavaliers. They discuss the immense pressure facing the team through a "three-tier" perspective, with head coach Kenny Atkinson, who must prove he can guide a modernized offense and navigate the oversized egos of a superstar roster, at the top of the second tier. The guys also emphasize the crucial roles of big men Evan Mobley and a hobbled Jarrett

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47:38

Whose legacy needs a deep playoff run more: Donovan...

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2026/04/16

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins dive into the Cleveland Cavaliers’ preparation for their first-round playoff series against the Toronto Raptors, starting with a revealing look at the team’s ramped-up conditioning and what it says about last year’s shortcomings.From there, the conversation shifts to the chess match against Toronto — including a strong case for Dean Wade as the fifth starter, with his defensive versatility viewed as a

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50:25

Initial reactions to Cavs vs. Raptors — and why the...

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2026/04/13

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands, along with reporter Chris Fedor and columnist Jimmy Watkins, analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' regular-season conclusion and their upcoming first-round playoff series against the Toronto Raptors. Despite an 0-3 regular-season record against Toronto, the guys evaluate the Cavs — now featuring mid-season acquisition James Harden — as heavy favorites against a Raptors team that struggles with half-court offense and 3-point shooting

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29:28

With the No. 4 seed solidified, do the Cavs have the...

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2026/04/11

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands and columnist Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' playoff positioning after a recent loss to the Atlanta Hawks locked them into the Eastern Conference's number four seed. The conversation explores potential first-round matchups against Atlanta, Orlando, or Toronto, noting the strategic advantages and stylistic challenges of each opponent. The guys also address major concerns heading into the postseason, primarily the

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40:44

Who is on the hot seat if the Cavs have another early...

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2026/04/10

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands, reporter Chris Fedor and columnist Jimmy Watkins discuss the potential Eastern Conference playoff seeding with just two games remaining in the regular season. They then answer questions from Subtext subscribers, beginning with the Cavaliers' potential liabilities, particularly their low free-throw generation and how the roster leans heavily on finesse rather than drawing physical contact. The conversation also explores the

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56:27

Reacting to the Cavs' playoff-preview win over Hawks

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2026/04/09

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' 122-116 victory over the Atlanta Hawks and analyze the implications of a potential first-round playoff matchup between the two teams. The conversation highlights Cleveland's distinct interior advantage largely driven by Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, as well as the significant two-way impact of Dean Wade's return to the starting lineup. The hosts also praise Donovan

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61:54

The Cavs can control their playoff fate — but who...

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2026/04/07

The Cavs have done the hard part — putting themselves in position to partially control their own playoff path. Now comes the real question: is it enough?In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sins alongside reporter Chris Fedor and columnist Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers securing a top-four seed and home-court advantage in the Eastern Conference. The conversation explores the strategic maneuvering behind playoff seeding, specifically the team's overarching

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32:28

Are James Harden and Donovan Mitchell the best...

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2026/04/06

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands and analyst Spencer Davies discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' gritty 117-108 victory over a heavily injury-depleted Indiana Pacers team. Despite missing several key rotation players themselves, the Cavaliers secured the win behind the steady, late-game execution of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. The guys dissect the duo's synergy, noting that Harden's playmaking and pace control allow Mitchell to play off the ball, preserving his

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37:54

Injuries are reshaping the NBA playoff landscape —...

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2026/04/04

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands and cleveland.com columnist Jimmy Watkins discuss the significant impact of injuries and player availability on the Cleveland Cavaliers' postseason prospects. They analyze the difficult decisions head coach Kenny Atkinson faces regarding fluctuating minutes for role players, maintaining rhythm, and integrating high-profile roster additions ahead of the playoffs. The conversation highlights the immense "win-now" pressure

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28:54

Reacting to the Cavs' win over the Golden State...

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2026/04/03

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands and cleveland.com columnist Jimmy Watkins discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' underwhelming victory over a depleted Golden State Warriors team. The conversation centers on the Cavaliers' lingering defensive struggles and their concerning tendency to lack engagement against lower-tier teams as the playoffs approach. A primary concern is the health of center Jarrett Allen, who is playing through severe knee tendinitis but remains

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51:51

Can a championship contender be built around Donovan...

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2026/04/02

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands and beat reporter Chris Fedor analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' readiness for the upcoming NBA playoffs. The discussion centers on whether Donovan Mitchell possesses the physical profile and two-way capabilities to be the primary option on a championship-winning team. The guys evaluate head coach Kenny Atkinson's lineup adjustments amid a heavily injury-riddled season, as well as the team's offensive stagnation against switch-heavy

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43:33

Reacting to yet another disappointing Cavs loss, this...

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2026/04/01

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor discuss the team's recent 127-113 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, highlighting severe defensive lapses and a particularly poor showing by Evan Mobley against LeBron James. The conversation covers coach Kenny Atkinson's decision to bench the starting lineup in the fourth quarter, growing concerns over Jarrett Allen's lingering knee injury just weeks ahead of the playoffs, and the defensive drawbacks of starting Max Strus

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43:19

Reacting to the Cavs' win over the Jazz: Why 3-point...

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2026/03/31

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins delve into the Cavaliers' recent victory over the Utah Jazz. They highlight the standout performances by Cleveland's stars but also why the team shouldn't have had to go to such lengths to topple a tanking team.They also analyze the Cavs' inconsistent 3-point shooting and their challenges with perimeter defense. The discussion focuses on how these factors could significantly impact their postseason

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46:53

What justifies the James Harden for Darius Garland...

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2026/03/27

In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Jimmy Watkins analyze the Cleveland Cavaliers' trade for James Harden, the development of Darius Garland with the Los Angeles Clippers, and the implications for playoff success and team strategy. They explore player performances, defensive metrics, and future outlooks, providing deep insights into the team's dynamics and postseason prospects.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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