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  • Are the Cavs relying too much on the long ball?

    Are the Cavs relying too much on the long ball?
    Nov 3 2025
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor break down the Cavaliers’ 117-109 win over the Hawks. Another night Donovan Mitchell had to save them. His “superhero” return masked a team firing up 57 threes and still searching for an offensive rhythm without Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen. The guys question how long Cleveland can lean on Mitchell’s heroics and chaos from deep because this version of Cavs basketball isn’t built to last. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 min
  • Finding a new gear: De’Andre Hunter's playmaking potential rising

    Finding a new gear: De’Andre Hunter's playmaking potential rising
    Nov 1 2025
    In this episode of Wine and Gold Talk, Ethan Sands dives into De’Andre Hunter’s growth as a creator, particularly with the backcourt shorthanded. The 112–101 loss to Toronto revealed both the team’s resilience and its lingering issues but also offered valuable learning moments for players stepping into larger roles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 min
  • Are the Cavs 'too nice' to be villains?

    Are the Cavs 'too nice' to be villains?
    Oct 31 2025
    In the spirit of Halloween, the latest episode of the Wine and Gold Talk Podcast dives into whether the Cavs have enough edge or if they’re still too friendly to strike fear in opponents. Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor break down the team’s missing enforcer presence and the need for certain players to show a little more selfishness as they debate what it’ll take to turn this talented roster into a tougher, more ruthless version of itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 min
  • Evan Mobley’s offensive growing pains: a natural step or a real Concern?

    Evan Mobley’s offensive growing pains: a natural step or a real Concern?
    Oct 30 2025
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor dive into the Cavaliers’ 125-105 loss to Boston and what it revealed. From Cleveland’s mounting rebounding crisis to Evan Mobley’s uneven offensive evolution, the hosts break down the Cavs’ early-season struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 min
  • The Cavs’ defensive blueprint and the NBA’s 82-game question with Omari Sankofa II

    The Cavs’ defensive blueprint and the NBA’s 82-game question with Omari Sankofa II
    Oct 28 2025
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands is joined by Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press to discuss the Cavaliers’ win over the Pistons. They dig into how Cleveland’s defense while delving into the rise of full-court pressure defenses and whether the NBA should shorten its 82-game schedule. Sankofa also offers an insider’s look at Detroit’s rebuild and the Eastern Conference playoff landscape ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 min
  • How the Cavs are holding themselves accountable like never before

    How the Cavs are holding themselves accountable like never before
    Oct 27 2025
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor break down the Cavaliers' 118-113 home-opening win against the Milwaukee Bucks. The central theme of their discussion is the team's increased focus on accountability, starting with Kenny Atkinson setting a tone in training camp. They also touch on the team's improved depth, versatility in lineups, and new offensive wrinkles that will allow them to counter opposing defenses’ adjustments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 min
  • Reacting to the Cavs' first win of the season

    Reacting to the Cavs' first win of the season
    Oct 25 2025
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, host Ethan Sands breaks down the Cavaliers’ first win of the season over the Brooklyn Nets. Sands dives into Cleveland’s recurring habit of building big leads, then letting teams back in. He highlights the positives — a free-flowing offense and Donovan Mitchell’s poised efficiency — while calling out defensive lapses and rebounding concerns. The podcast evaluates individual performances while emphasizing the central theme that the Cavs must build championship habits and play with conviction for all 48 minutes to have success late into the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 min
  • Why did the Cavs’ offense look so clunky in their opener against the Knicks? Hey, Chris!

    Why did the Cavs’ offense look so clunky in their opener against the Knicks? Hey, Chris!
    Oct 24 2025
    In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor, and Jimmy Watkins break down why the Cavaliers’ offense looked disjointed and overly isolation-heavy in their season-opening loss to New York — a far cry from the motion-based system they’ve been preaching. The crew also dives into Cleveland’s defensive lapses on the perimeter and whether early-season workloads for the stars are cause for concern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 min