Last Season’s Record: 57-25
Players Added: Chris Andersen, Mike Dunleavy
Players Lost: Matthew Dellavedova, Dahntay Jones, Sasha Kaun, Timofey Mozgov
Rookies: Kay Felder
Coaching Changes: N/A
2016-2017 Record Prediction: 60-20
Team Ratings: 110.9 ORtg (3rd in NBA), 104.5 DRtg (10th in NBA)
Commentary:
At the time of writing, JR Smith has yet to re-sign with the Cavaliers, but for the sake of these power rankings we will assume he has.
LeBron James plays for the Cavs and, as always, this ensures them the top spot in the Eastern Conference and the Central Division.