That makes them 0-4 on the season when No. 23 doesn’t step on the court and 4-19 since the start of 2014-15 when their four-time MVP doesn't play.
Saturday’s 117-99 loss to the Chicago Bulls stings slightly more considering it makes them 0-3 against the Bulls this season, which could give Chicago a bit of a boost should they meet in a 1-vs.-8 matchup to start the playoffs.
However, Cavs coach Tyronn Lue rightfully pointed out that it wasn’t just James missing Saturday, either. In an earlier game, Cleveland was undermanned against the Bulls, too.