Player injuries are changing the landscape of the Eastern Conference race. Boston is in first place at 36/15, followed closely by Toronto at 34/15 and then Cleveland third at 29/20. Injuries are also affecting potential dealing leading up to the February 8th trade deadline. Kevin Love's hand injury, expected to keep him out of action for 6-8 weeks, will have a major impact on both Cleveland's fight to retain third place in the East and their trade plans.
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Love is Cleveland's top rebounder at 9.