Rubio makes emotional return as Cavaliers top Trail Blazers
Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio returned to the court after 13 months out, finishing with nine points in 10 minutes during a 119-113 win over Portland. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff praised his impact as Cleveland eyes a playoff push and a road trip finale at Minnesota. Rubio’s comeback follows ACL injury in New Orleans last December.
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Cavaliers Rally Past Trail Blazers Behind Mitchell
Dono van Mitchell scored 26 points and Ricky Rubio debuted in 2021 knee injury return as Cleveland overcame Portland 119-113. Damian Lillard poured in a season high 50 in a hard fought loss. Jarrett Allen added 24 points and 10 rebounds as the Cavaliers surged late to secure their fifth win in seven.
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Ries Allen to meet in Maumee Bay Classic finals
Wadsworth leads second behind Perrysburg on day one as Ries and Allen advance to the 285 finals. Bucks Buckeye reach finals with Limbert and Allen. Earnest tops King in semis. Medina’s Sopers and Chrisman exit to consolations. Highland's Hill and Crutchley reach semifinals for six Hornets in Alliance.
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Bitonio Still Aiming To Lead Browns Back To Victory
Browns left guard Joel Bitonio, a two time first team All Pro, reflected after a 7 10 season finish. He stressed the need to win a Super Bowl and noted aging and time running out, comparing his path with friend Joe Thomas while acknowledging the team’s playoff drought and close losses that hindered a postseason bid.
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Browns Trio Earn All Pro Honors and Coaching Moves
Browns tackle Joel Bitonio is the lone All Pro first teamer, with Nick Chubb and Myles Garrett on the second team. Garrett tied a franchise sack record. Chubb ran for 1,525 yards. Across the NFL, coaching moves include Mayo turning down the Browns and Browns interviews with Flores, Flores and Desai approach for other roles.
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