How The Cavaliers Became The NBA's Best Team

[@AndyHoops]

Thoughts on the Cavs this season? How far can they go? Also, thanks to Rocket Money for sponsoring! Try Rocket Money for free: RocketMoney.com/andyhoops

[@LesterDiamond007]

I don't believe they're a contender, maybe a threat to one tho' IMO 🤔!! Also I don't believe the C's r this "beast" that u think they r........just saying 😐!!

[@nvm9040]

Hopefully past the place where they were last year

[@dearmas9068]

@@LesterDiamond007 casual

[@LesterDiamond007]

@@dearmas9068 ahhh, what 🤔??

[@marcomcdowell8861]

They've been building through the draft, free agency and trades since James left. No one paid attention. It all started with Collin Sexton. Then the questioning as to why they drafted DG, traded for Allen, drafted Mobley, signed Markkanen, traded for LeVert, and then flipped players and picks for Mitchell. Which is weird because while in Utah, everyone was praising him and saying that him being a Knick would be a megastar move. The GM(and owner) has been patient, calculating and managed to get the core locked up. The moves he's made with undrafted players and offering nice contracts to role players has been elite as well. They have Emoni Bates developing his game and body in the G-league too. I mean, for giving up those first round picks, they still got Bates, Travers and Tyson late first and in the second. They went from 19 to 51 wins in 5 seasons. That's not by luck.

[@lordcupkake]

Koby Altman (GM) is seriously underrated and give props to executive management and ownership for believing in the vision and letting the guys cook on all levels. Altman has been in since 2017 (last LeBron season) and he was brought in with a vision and goals for the future of a team that would inevitably need to rebuild. Every single move has been positive and pushed the Cavs forward when available. And when the chips on the table were the best offer (like this past off season minus JB for Kenny) they have always just run it back. This is what it takes to build a winning culture and organization and the only way to thrive w a small market like CLE. The Cavaliers are a competent organization that has been incredible from a fan perspective and I want nothing but success for Altman and also props to Dan Gilbert as the owner for putting good people in good positions and believing in them. Complete opposite of the Browns and Haslam it is amazing. Also PS I've met Altman personally and he is very decent and intelligent and I have immense respect for what he's achieved as as GM in the NBA so far.

[@rnuke_rocket]

Not a Cavs fan, but it's good to see D-Wade get some recognition especially on the defensive end. 💯

[@leroygunnerman6340]

He got a statue too

[@rnuke_rocket]

@leroygunnerman6340 a funny looking statue 😂

[@randumo24]

He's getting a little bit too much though because the guy is just quoting stats if he's putting Wade as the 3rd best defender. Wade is good and all; but Mobley, Allen, & Okoro are very clearly the Cavs top 3 defenders.

[@chrilpy]

Please make a video about the dumpster fire in Milwaukee

[@LesterDiamond007]

Giannis is definitely having a identity crisis IMO!! Subsequently the team is suffering........just saying 😐!!

[@chirayudesai793]

Fr lool

[@JanJott-r7s]

Doc Rivers coaching is a death sentence for every team, losing Jrue Holiday killed their defense + the key players outside of Giannis are getting old.

[@michaelpetrovich5353]

​@@JanJott-r7show does Doc Rivers still get job offers is beyond me.

[@angelsibrian5085]

Karma for firing their coach and trading jrue

[@jandrashriker5861]

Congratulations on the wedding Andy! Wishing you the absolute best! I have been an avid watcher for a few years now, love your videos! Happy to hear the news!

[@EonArashi]

What people tend to forget about the Cavs last season is that even with Mitchell missing Game 5, Garland still struggling to find his form after the massive weight loss from his jaw injury, and Allen out for the series, they still made the Celtics work in every game and had the best overall series against them. The Pacers got dogwalked, the Heat got one win and then got obliterated in every other game, and the Mavs couldn’t slow the Celtics down at all, only winning the one game when the Celtics couldn’t hit any of their shots. Only in Game 1 and the last quarter of Game 5 did the Cavs actually look overmatched, even hurt as they were.

[@andrewgray140]

I’ve been watching Andy hoops for so long, guys already getting married, where has time gone

[@2ez4kitty]

Dean Wade is the best D-Wade in cavs history. prove me wrong

[@mrtotalawesomness7830]

Damn didnt know the Cavs had so many haters

[@Where_Is_Her_Collarbone]

LeBron and the Cavs have broken a lot of hearts during his Finals runs.

[@IXCANADATV]

Toronto raptors fans heart's been broken for four years by the cavs and LeBron

[@marvensabang9592]

Not haters to cavs however donavan haters.

[@matthewwolfe1763]

You didn’t know? 😂 welcome to the show

[@LesterDiamond007]

Hate is a strong word, why not just admit they have expectations that they need to live up to now because they didn't previously.......just saying 🤔😐!!

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

_This might be the greatest Cavs team since 1992 without LeBron on a roster._

[@benyu3947]

Was that team even good

[@realbooters6328]

hell yea they were good, 57 wins and 2 wins away from making the finals

[@dearmas9068]

@@benyu3947 Mark Price, Brad Dougherty, and Larry Nance, my guy. They just ran into prime Jordan and young Pippen.

[@doccholo905]

​@@benyu3947Yeah, they never came close to a competitive team until LeBron played a few seasons.

[@floridaloveclifton5175]

Ngl I hate that Mitchell was injured during that Cavs-Celtics series it could’ve been interesting to watch.

[@Carlo-zk2cy]

The Cavs are playing the game the right way. No flopping, foul baiting, and absolutely no drama in the locker room.

[@plmuzik21]

Facts & it looks better in person especially stomping the Lakers at the Rock

[@slimfingas904]

I like that you ve mentioned Allen, I was driving arround today and it came to my head that acctually Allen is one of the greatest keystones of their successs. Forgot about Mobley doh. Good analysis

[@thesportsfein]

Last time you talked about the Cavs you said they was a top 5 top with the most “bleak” future glad you changed your mind

[@Davivd2]

I watched the Lakers game against them and after the first quarter I thought that the Cavs were legit. Raining 3's from all over the place (Max Streuss isn't even playing) Mobley and Allen locking down the paint and rebounds. Mobley was also man handling the Lakers inside. They play the right way.

[@dakotalehigh7520]

GO CAVS. Ecited for this season!

[@jaguareagle7026]

Cleveland has the depth and has the personal to beat everyone. But this year Knicks and Celtics (again) look strong for reaching the finals as well. They have to keep their momentum high and not get injured. The benches will be key to winning this year's ring as every contender now has 2-3 superstars with elite role players.

[@Kombatman2003]

Congrats Andy!

[@andy7376]

Celtics Cavs 2025 ECF

[@gameplayer1980]

Loved how there was that whole Donovan wants out sage. Tells you how much the media can generate a storm over nothing.

[@CavsFanDallasFanSinceFebruary]

Unfortunately every time our team has success, the LeBron fans really start to hate on us. They need us to fail so they can say LeBron is our only method of success to propel him up in their arguments. It’s extremely weird behavior.

[@bsmoove2357]

Facts man

[@QZaccardelli]

Cavs on the Atkinson diet! Scoring 130+/gm

[@CrestlineIceberg]

Man, I am happy to see the Cavs play so well to start the season. I am a longtime fan and I watched them build their team up after the departure of LeBron. They have been getting better year by year and I think this might be a good season for them to really show what they're capable of. I hope they can keep it up through the season, stay healthy and make a deep run this postseason.

[@fentazen2677]

Bro stop hating on my Cavs they are better than your favorite team!😂

[@LesterDiamond007]

So r they REALISTICALLY a contender or just a threat to one😐.......b honest 🤔?!?!!

[@fentazen2677]

@ they are a contender

[@HaroldVergara]

Ben Simmons can revitalize his career in this team.... I think he's a great fit... He dont need to score much, and can focus on assist and defense

[@milkflameee]

I actually agree he can be starting SF but play point forward . Starting lineup with him garland mitchell Allen and Mobley would be nice

[@bsmoove2357]

@@milkflameeegood thing yall aren’t the gms he’s a locker room cancer and will severely mess up our defense due to his inability to shoot

[@bsmoove2357]

good thing yall aren’t the gms he’s a locker room cancer and will severely mess up our defense due to his inability to shoot

[@SeBushi]

I’ve been a Kevin love fan so I always rooted for the Cavs even when he left , I remember the Jordan Clarkson Ante Zizic Cedi Osman days so I’m proud to see them become this level of contender

[@teddythian3955]

They got 0 coverage thanks for this vid love it

[@gmdborzguy1752]

Everyday I imagine what would’ve happened if the Brooklyn Nets kept Atkinson as they’re coach throughout the KD Kyrie Harden era, if he got a team with D-Lo as the best player to the playoffs, imagine the offense on those early 2020s Nets teams

[@dominiclee5786]

Kenny Atkinson makes the difference for the Cleveland Cavaliers. On a side note, if Orlando Magic change their current HC, they will have a deeper run in the Playoffs too.

[@davidrobinson3864]

The hate is obvious 😂

[@losrevolucionarios8858]

Cleveland! This is for you!

[@Briones215]

I agree That's great coaching and because garland and feeling better after jaw injury last year and encouraging mobley to be aggressive

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Cleveland this season 🤔🤔🤔 👇👇👇⬇️⬇️⬇️ #1. Second round exit #2. Eastern Conference Finals #3. Finals Appearance #4. Get CHAMPIONSHIP this season #5. 1st round exit #6. Play-in tournament CHAMPION #7. Disappointed season

[@losrevolucionarios8858]

Cleveland better made a statue of D Wade now

[@ben9098]

would be better than the first D Wade statue

[@godwintarre3988]

Im actually interested how would Giannis Fit with the Cavs though, Cavs have assets , Young talent and Few picks to offer Plus Giannis Would still stay in the East wherein Boston is the only threat

[@thexalon]

What you can't help but notice watching these Cavs is how much of a team effort it is: 5-6 players in double-digit scoring per night. Lots of passing. The guys seem genuinely happy when their teammates do well. It's not all about Mitchell, not remotely.

[@Hogtownboy1]

Good video.

[@ShadyLife101]

ECF is the peak for this team. Mark my words.

[@DanTheTanned]

As much as I love Spida, ECF is the furthest they can go. No way they are beating the Celtics in a 7-game series.

[@defender621]

​@@DanTheTanned I think it will take 2-4 years to win a chip but know who knows they still young

[@itskmillz]

I expected them to be a threat. They've had the talent, Garland, Mitchell and Allen are all all-star players and Mobley should be on his way to his first all-star appearance soon too. That is a talented core of 4 guys and the bench has improved dramatically too. Their problem last year was injuries. Now they have even more continuity so watch out if they stay healthy this team is a legitimate contender.

[@drevil2675]

Jarrett Allen is much better than Gobert.

[@depekthegreat359]

I thought Indiana Pacers but Cleveland Cavaliers could be the team to be a threat this coming season,good friends!!!👍🏾

[@janoycresnova9156]

They're basically the Hawks from 10 years ago. Well coached, deep team but no real star to carry them deep in the playoffs.

[@omieg89]

Mitchell is a star.

[@Jetanium]

Pistons from 20 years ago. "No real star" but crazy defense and playing as a unit.

[@Lincoln1_5]

I hadn't notice Kenny was on the Cavs now, he's a fantastic coach. Knowing that, this is not as surprising anymore.

[@jordyhitty]

My Cavs are the 2nd best team in the East

[@joeHouston-fn5wn]

10-0🔥

[@bigbobbyjhonson6415]

Good ass video man

[@andy7376]

They always had a good team with good players, they just gotta win the big games

[@johndebono1870]

This Cavs team seems similar to the Cavs of the early 90s. Top tier defensive unit, deep and peaking at the absolute worst possible time.

[@EST.1999Ohio]

Cavs Deserve more respect. Its crazy to think that we finally have a good team without having the Goat and dealing with some of the drama he brings.

[@DungarooTV]

The Cavs are fun to watch. They also play great together - I hope they go deep this season!

[@WrestlingHoops]

It doesn’t matter how good they are, means nothing if you can’t beat the bucks, sixers, celtiKKKs, or Heat come April. Unless they make the conf finals or at least beat top teams in the east then they’re just another no man’s land.

[@DerrickGrady]

Do a video about the Milwaukee Bucks

[@lezzyy1165]

yeah nah, I dont trust this team in the postseason 😂I'd love to be proven wrong though

[@jlui21]

Donovan performs pretty well in the playoffs. So we shall see with this team. Contrast that with Harden and Embiid, both phenomenal in regular season but postseason wise, they perform worse.

[@lezzyy1165]

@@jlui21 I trust Donovan Mitchell but nobody else thats the problem. I've seen him be a 1 man army with no help.

[@memoryammo]

​@@lezzyy1165 I'm not sure if you're watching the games. what you have to understand is that this is a different system from last year. JB Bickerstaff notoriously gives his stars high usage rates and his sets are pretty static compared to Atkinson. Which is why Mitchell had as many touches as he did. (Garland had a broken jaw all season and his off shooting nights didn't help either) Atkinson has straight up unlocked the entire team now. You have to be crazy not to believe in this team

[@lezzyy1165]

@ they have to show me this when it matters in the postseason is simply what I’m saying. I’m not moved rn

[@memoryammo]

@@lezzyy1165 they won against the magic and they lost 4-1 to the eventual champions while half the roster was battered. Idk what more they'd have to show but see you in june🫡

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

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[@EHeroClayman]

You have some basketball KZbin personalities that wanted Cleveland to part with Mitchell or one of the other core pieces. I'm glad to see Cleveland be good early in the season. Doubt they will get past the defending champs however I can see them taking a game or two from us in the playoffs.

[@theophilusjones6024]

You’re engaged as well? Congratulations! It’s a great feeling, I feel that!

[@Briones215]

I love the comparison to the Allen Iverson sixers but the difference the sixers have shooting guards that defends and shoot spot up 3 pts but the opposite for the cavs because they have 2 scoring point guard

[@soulreaper1461]

I would live to see a deep run for a team after just switching coaches between seasons

[@brandoncottingham]

Damn I caught this mf SOON as it came out😂

[@AirRusher1992]

Still 2nd

[@EthanSchaner]

I remmeber a few years back when the Cavs were 8-0 to start and proceeded to miss the playoffs.

[@havesomefaitharthur9020]

As a Cleveland fan the newest contender is EXACTLY WHO I EXPECT!

[@nvm9040]

Definitely like those AI Sixers teams but Spida and Garland are a better back court

[@LikeWhyTF]

Damn I forgot they tanked that last game last year- I’d like to see Cavs Magic run it back this year in the post season

[@MrBlank0907]

Cleveland against the world, we’ll get bounced in the 2nd round again 🤣 but this is a fun team!

[@Hustlekids]

I respect how u own up to being wrong 🤝🏽

[@HCXWinchester]

Anyone touched any advanced stat knows that Dean Wade is the best kept secret in Nba.

[@smol9832]

Kenny Atkinson so smart to decline the Hornets offer to coach em.

[@Chevrolet007]

The cavs have had a easy schedule so far we need to chill out on this contender talk lets wait and see

[@eamparbeng]

Wanna know what's funny? If Joel Embiid or any other big in the east could consistently make at least 3 3-pointers a night against the Cavs, their defense would be exposed. In fact any big who can shoot the 3 exposes any elite defensive team by opening the floor

[@2kaydin727]

Nah man I’ve been expecting this since 2019

[@shermanngjazz]

Celtics vs Cavs in the ECF would be interesting

[@maximillianschauer1439]

A bit overreaction they certainly arnt besting the cavs or Knicks in the playoffs.

[@BozBoy101]

as a cavs fan, you can call them championship contenders after they win 20 straight, then i MIGHT believe it.

[@MrPek-fe9fp]

Congrats on getting married Andy. Been following you since you had like 10k followers max.

[@tophated216]

We can win without Mitchell lol we showed that last season when he got hurt also we didn’t want lbj to come back 14-15 kyrie wanted his own team

[@RSpeller-ym6jj]

Not exactly, we were dominating to kick off 2024 when Garland was injured. When Mitchell was injured, we were abysmal in the month of March, including when were blown out by 30+ points against the Miami Heat on Palm Sunday.

[@chebachaka]

Might want to update. 33-4

[@Yea6er]

The east: Celtics, Bucks, Knicks, Cavs The west: Thunder, Mavs, Wolves, Denver

[@zachmena1700]

Cleveland fans should be happy with the organization for putting together a really good team. They still lose to the Celtics in 5 though

[@edmarcruz7062]

Last year many teams start so good but when it comes to half way of the season😅

[@2turnt23]

Chill bro don’t hate that’s the past

[@deflandre8286]

Easy, bro. Hold the horses. Cavs did not prove anything yet. They have really good start, but it's only 6 games. Raptors, Wizards, Magic, Pistons it's not a good roster to brag about. Winning against Knicks is quite an achievement. Winning against Lolkers is still unknown as LAL may win less games than expected. It's Lolkers at rhe end of the day. Cavs will be strong rhis year. But how strong? This is something they need to prove.

[@robertdominicceasarsalvill2221]

says the guy who hates the Lakers😂

[@robertdominicceasarsalvill2221]

It's been only 6 games but those were quality wins

[@thexalon]

Now it's been 9 games, most by double-digits. What else can they do except keep beating the schedule in front of them?

[@deflandre8286]

Ok, Cavs are real real deal. I was wrong.

[@RudieObias]

Go Cavs!

[@SuperNASCARrocks]

I wouldn’t say the Cavs are championship contenders. It’s early on in the season. Even though they’re unbeaten at 6-0, it’s a marathon of a season. I will give credit to the offense though. The pace and space play style the cavs are playing has served them well. When you have players who are great knockdown shooters from 3, especially in the corners it opens up everything else for the offense.

[@joshualee5282]

Yea they’re off to a great start but I’m not fully convinced yet either..we will see around all star weekend

[@LesterDiamond007]

I believe they're a threat to a contender if not taken seriously, however if they want to b a contender they have to dedicate themselves relentlessly to the defensive side of the 🏀........IMO 🤔!!

[@jsos6309]

What’s a championship contender to you?

[@dearmas9068]

They are contenders, abd they will win a ship before the end of this decade

[@tn2007]

@@jsos6309to be a real contender you have to hit 40 wins before 20 losses.

[@wes6106]

Stay on that side Andy

[@Dora_D_Destroyer]

Jumping too early on the bandwagon bruh.

[@vism2812]

its not about when you do it. its how. cavs are replicating basketball that gave teams like the warriors and spurs multiple championships. they playing fast and selfless, but with a lot more control and defensive solidity than high powered offences like the kings and pacers. they create big leads every game and counter every run that threatens a comeback. they’re winning in every way. they can win through the guards or through the bigs. they can protect a lead or erase a deficit. they can grind thru a bad shooting night with their defence or run you out the gym with their offensive efficiency. they believe in the identity no matter what now, wasnt the case last year. maybe they cool off, and arent actually on the celtics level. but in that case. this run is simply a glimpse at what they will be if its not who they already are

[@bida219]

I can see bron coming back to cavs before he retires

[@michaelpetrovich5353]

Why would the Cavs allow LaGM a chance to destroy the team?

[@plmuzik21]

Close but its more like the og bad boys Pistons with Thomas & Dumars

[@jef_freely]

Vibe year deserved a post all star IT4 @ PG trying to imitate Iversen 76ers .. instead of Pangos/Goodwin slump knocking us out of a playoff series … I see the comparison… we’re a Billups Rip Pistons meets the Steph Warriors … just a interesting culture, roster and core construction for a potential dynasty

[@getoffthisrocktravel2054]

Cavs have a good draw of teams that are beatable first half of the season. Bucks are up next 2 games they are not playing well at all. Its 82 games so anything can happen.

[@paulusclaudiusmaximus4912]

It's still too early though. Hope they keep themselves healthy until post season. But this is a good sign.

[@benzalcala5282]

I think its too early to predict who will gonna become a good contender going to playoffs as of now we all know its a long seasons and the coaches and staff of every team will try to make some adjustment in every game also the endurance and health status of every player was also a a big factor

[@Beammeupv]

Early over reaction

[@RandomBurner]

One win against the Knicks and somehow they’re championship contenders now, dis guy Andy 😂

[@ad51603]

Also won against the Lakers and beat every other team by double digits

[@mattmmixes]

They haven’t lost a game yet this season. Garland and Mitch are finally working well together. East outside of Boston is wide open. Calling them contenders is not crazy with the way they’re playing.

[@johnnycatR58]

​@@mattmmixesafter 6 games? Ok buddy

[@johnnycatR58]

​@@ad51603so Lakers are good now?

[@aristocr4p]

@@ad51603can’t take them seriously ‘til they face boston, lakers ain’t shit

[@damielleon1020]

Reminds me of the 7 sec phoenix suns

[@angelferreras1667]

Five games into the season, Andy and now they’re championship contenders? Be real. I believe in the Orlando Magic more than I believe in Cleveland. we judge from what happens in May

[@OlaveSavior]

Championship contenders 😭😭☠️

[@DJThrillerKN]

Even if they are good. The Celtics are the only team they need to get by. If you build around length and speed to catch with their perimeter game, they will have a shot at a title

[@robertmcnally2220]

It's only been 6 games. They will come back to reality soon

[@AirRusher1992]

Umm that's too early to tell but we'll see.

[@andrewhess2415]

Super impressive start. Gotta make it last though. Would love to argue with haters, but folks have good points. Go Cavs!!

[@emilsa488]

I mean - you are basically saying that Bickerstaff is a incompetent fool. Then how the hell he has been coach of so many different teams and you have not? Where is the logic?

[@aznpikachu215]

They'll contend, but let's see after 25 games.

[@tylerriley2587]

what option would Mitchell be on a championship contender