The Cleveland Cavaliers are poised for an exciting playoff run as they await their first-round opponent from the NBA Play-In Tournament, featuring the Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls, and Miami Heat. The Cavs, with a stellar 62-15 record, only need one win or a Boston Celtics loss to secure the No. 1 playoff seed in the Eastern Conference.

A potential rematch against the Magic is on the horizon, as the Cavs previously edged them in a seven-game series last year. However, the Magic, currently missing key players due to injuries, may not pose the same threat as before. If faced with the Hawks, the Cavs will encounter familiar faces following a trade that brought De'Andre Hunter to Cleveland. The Bulls and Heat, while competitive, have shown vulnerabilities that the Cavs will look to exploit.