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Cleveland Cavaliers struggling to find identity, fit the modern NBA

MIAMI -- In a league defined by high-tempo offense and a large number of 3-pointers, the Cleveland Cavaliers are a plodding group that relies heavily on mid-range jumpers.

Beyond their numerous complexities, the Cavs have an identity crisis.

Following recent losses against Chicago and Memphis, swingman Cedi Osman lamented Cleveland's slow pace. He wasn't the only one. Since training camp, the Cavs have spoken about how much better they function when playing fast.

"Our pace was just slow in the second half," Osman said following the 20-point loss against Chicago. "We can't play like that because other teams, they want to run.