The Oklahoma City Thunder secured homecourt advantage for the duration of the playoffs with their 68-14 record and NBA-best +12.9 Net Rating. The Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics were bunched together in second and third in both record and Net Rating. The best matchups of the first round figure to be the Los Angeles Lakers against Minnesota Timberwolves less than a year … [Read more...] about 2025 NBA Playoffs: First-Round Matchups Set As Regular Season Concludes
Cavs Clinch No. 1 Seed In Eastern Conference
The Cleveland Cavaliers clinched the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference following their 135-113 win over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday. It is the fourth time in franchise history they've gotten the top seed, and the first time since 2016. "You know, we got out of the gate so quick," Kenny Atkinson said. "We got ahead of it early. And then, we had some ups and downs this last … [Read more...] about Cavs Clinch No. 1 Seed In Eastern Conference
Donovan Mitchell Out Tuesday Versus Bulls With Sprained Ankle
Donovan Mitchell will sit out the Cleveland Cavaliers' matchup against the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday due to a sprained ankle. Mitchell suffered the injury on Sunday against the Kings. "I want to get the 1 seed and go from there. If I'm able to go, I'm able to go," said Mitchell after the Kings game. "A little hobbled after the first adrenaline rush or probably the first five to … [Read more...] about Donovan Mitchell Out Tuesday Versus Bulls With Sprained Ankle
Chuma Okeke, Cavaliers Agree To Deal
The Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to a deal with Chuma Okeke. The signing fills the Eastern Conference leaders' final open roster spot as they prepare for the playoffs. Okeke has spent most of this season in the G League with the Westchester Knicks, where he averaged 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. He also appeared in seven games for the Philadelphia 76ers earlier this … [Read more...] about Chuma Okeke, Cavaliers Agree To Deal
Cavs Beat Nets To Extend Win Streak To 15 Games
The Cleveland Cavaliers have now won 15 games in a row following a 109-104 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday. It is the second time this season the Cavs have won 15 games in a row after starting the year 15-0. "To win 15 straight games at this juncture, there is fatigue, so it's really quite an accomplishment. After doing it our first 15 games, it's remarkable. We want … [Read more...] about Cavs Beat Nets To Extend Win Streak To 15 Games