The Cleveland Cavaliers continue to be one of the most impressive teams in the NBA.
Even after losing to the Orlando Magic and ending their 16-game winning streak, the Cavaliers are poised to have the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference heading into the playoffs.
There’s a chance they could have the No. 1 overall seed and the best record in the league depending on how things shake out with the Oklahoma City Thunder, a sign of how dominant they’ve been all year.
Analysts have pointed to several reasons for the Cavaliers being so dominant throughout the season, with their roster depth being one of the most impressive.
They’ve had players step up when others have fallen to injuries, making them a team to watch come playoff time.
Players on the Cavaliers haven’t just stepped in and played well, but gotten recognition across the league for their efforts.
This was put on display with a recent nomination, as Evan Dammarell pointed out on X that Jarrett Allen was up for the Eastern Conference Player of the Week.
#Cavs big man Jarrett Allen was a nominee for Eastern Conference Player of the Week.
The honors instead went to Chicago’s Coby White.
— Evan Dammarell (@AmNotEvan) March 17, 2025
While this recognition was ultimately given to Coby White, being nominated was an honor, one that highlights how strong this team is.
Allen has, in a sense, played second fiddle to Evan Mobley this season, who is having a breakout year, but he’s still managed to make a noticeable impact on the Cavaliers’ brand of basketball.
This team operates differently than the other top clubs in the Eastern Conference, but it’s worked thus far, and Allen and his teammates are hoping to carry that momentum into the postseason.
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