Cup of Cavs for August 26, 2020

Today’s news and notes.

By Evan Dammarell@AmNotEvan Aug 26, 2020, 6:00am CDT

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Cavs big man Andre Drummond finishes seventh in Defensive Player of the Year voting. Why the Cavs aren’t a world-class defense after acquiring Drummond continues to escape me.

Andre Drummond also got more first place votes than Kawhi Leonard. Take that for data.

Ante Zizic officially signs with Maccabi Tel Aviv. Goodnight, sweet prince.

The NBA, NBPA agree to delay the CBA window which means the 2020 NBA Draft is now delayed.

Non-Cavs links

Kristaps Porzingis (knee) who has been ruled out for Tuesday’s Game 5, still may have a shot at playing in Game 6, according to Rick Carlisle.

Giannis Antetokounmpo was named the 2019-20 Defensive Player of the Year.

An MRI revealed a sprained right knee for Damian Lillard and he has been ruled out for Wednesday’s Game 5 matchup with the Lakers.

Rajon Rondo (back) is doubtful to play in Game 5 vs. Portland on Wednesday.