The Cleveland Cavaliers have played 4 games this season, and sit at 2-2. In 3 of the 4 games, the Cavaliers were able to feel good about the way they played. Only in the Chicago game last week could their effort and desire really be challenged. This is a good sign for the early season.
Tonight, as they continue their road trip by playing against the Golden State Warriors (2-2), the Cavaliers will try to keep the momentum going. One of the biggest positive for the Cavaliers is that 3 of their 4 opponents have been very good defensive teams this season. In terms of defensive efficiency, the Bulls are 1st, the Bucks are 3rd, and the Wizards are 12th. Only the Clippers (19th) fall in the bottom half of the league.
The Warriors will present another tough defensive challenge, as Golden State comes into this game ranked 14th in defensive efficiency. In past years, the Warriors have been the poster child of fast paced basketball with a premium on offense more so than defense. The Warriors h...
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Klay Thompson,
Kyrie Irving,
Dion Waiters,
David Lee,
Anderson Varejao,
Andrew Bogut,
Harrison Barnes,
Jarrett Jack,
Carl Landry,
Richard Jefferson,
Brandon Rush,
Tyler Zeller,
Byron Scott,
Luke Walton,
Samardo Samuels
TEAMS: Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors
TEAMS: Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors
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