The Cleveland Cavaliers are not currently viewed as a top contender in the Eastern Conference for the upcoming 2024-25 NBA season. However, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus believes they may be underestimated, predicting a 54-win season and a No. 2 seed finish.
Last season, the Cavaliers faced challenges, including injuries to key players like Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, and uncertainty surrounding Donovan Mitchell. With Mitchell and others extending their contracts, health could be a game-changer for Cleveland.
Despite facing tough competition from teams like the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Milwaukee Bucks, the Cavaliers' potential hinges on overcoming previous injury woes and addressing roster needs.