The Cleveland Cavaliers enter the 2015-16 season seeking redemption following a disappointing, injury-riddled exit from the NBA Finals.
After jumping out to a 2-1 lead over the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland just couldn't make up for the losses of All-Stars Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love, even with LeBron James playing at superhero status.
Four months later, the Cavs are still on the mend but have retained the majority of their impressive core.
While the Cavaliers kept just five players last summer, they're now looking at 11 returning band members. Love silenced many a doubter with his decision to sign a five-year deal to stay in Cleveland, spurning bigger markets and roles in the process. J.R. Smith, Iman Shumpert and Matthew Dellavedova agreed to new contracts as well.
The learning period is over. This is a veteran group that enters as overwhelming favorites to not only win the Eastern Conference, but an NBA Championship as well.
The Cavs certainly have the talent necessary to obtain their first title in franchise history, but yet again, health remains a big concern.
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Everything You Need to Know About the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2015-16 NBA Season
October 20th, 2015 by Greg Swartz Leave a reply »
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