Cleveland has depended on a consistent roster and internal development to build a contender, but this season has proven it is only allowing the same flaws to exist year after year.
After winning 64 games last regular season, it is nearly impossible to define the Cleveland Cavaliers' downward spiral this year.
Instead of leading the Eastern Conference, the Cavs are dangling between the Play-In Tournament and risking lottery territory despite not holding onto their own first-round pick for the 2027 draft.