Ken and Anthony break down the Cavaliers' new streaming deal with DAZN, walking through the various monthly and season pass price tiers, and debate whether football-first Cleveland fans will actually pay for it given how disappointing last season's playoff exit felt. Ken argues sports should feel accessible and worries fragmented streaming deals are pushing fans toward highlight culture instead of full-game viewing, while Anthony pushes back by pointing to the NBA's surprisingly strong ratings and health despite predictions of its demise. They close wondering whether local interest in the Cavs will pick back up once football season disappoints, as it often does.
Would You Pay $19.99 a Month Just to Watch the Cavs?
Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket against Landry Shamet #44 of the New York Knicks during the first quarter in Game Three of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Rocket Arena on May 23, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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By The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima
Published Sep 01, 2026, 09:51 AM ETUpdated Sep 01, 2026, 09:49 AM ET
The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima
The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene weekday mornings is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima from 6-10a! The show guides you through…
