If the Cleveland Cavaliers were healthier, they would have a more realistic chance to stay in games. Granted, they don’t have the star power to win against most NBA teams, but they could be much more competitive than they’ve been in a number of games where they were blown out in the last few weeks, where injuries have been even more of a problem.
For Cleveland to only have Kevin Love for four games thus far due to a reported toe injury, and with the Cavs being without Larry Nance Jr. likely until at least the end of January, and minus even Tristan Thompson, who missed last night’s game over the Utah Jazz and has missed 11 games this season with a reported foot sprain, it’s really difficult for Cleveland to be competitive against good NBA teams.