Central Division teams want to make amends after creating some unwanted NBA playoff history last season. It was the first time that no Central Division team advanced at least as far as the conference semifinals since the league went to a 16-team playoff format in 1984. The quick exits unfolded even though the Milwaukee Bucks owned the No.
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, left, tries to drive past Los Angeles Lakers forward Christian Wood during the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Los Angeles. Cleveland Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell passes the ball in front of Orlando Magic’s Markelle Fultz during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023, in Cleveland.
“We had one last year, and it’s like how do we respond this year? I know we’ll respond the right way.”losing to Miami The Cavs wilted under the postseason’s bright lights while being bullied by New York, raising questions about Cleveland’s toughness, depth and future.of free agents Max Strus and Georges Niang, both of whom bring some attitude and postseason experience. But the bigger issue for the Cavs is Mitchell’s commitment along with the continued growth of guard Darius Garland and forward Evan Mobley.
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