Despite four-consecutive Finals appearances, things are bleak for the Cavaliers as they head into 2018–19. With no LeBron James to carry Cleveland through the Eastern Conference, head coach Ty Lue will be forced to cobble together wins with a motley crew of role players, youngsters and specialists. The non-LeBron Cavs shot 29% from three in the Finals; how poorly will they fare without a slew of open looks on a nightly basis?
Despite the presumed slide down the East and potential tumble out of the playoffs, the Cavs’ brass has insisted the team will try to compete for the playoffs next season.