One of the biggest factors that doubters of the Cleveland Cavaliers will point to when aiming to dismiss the team as a legitimate contender in 2025-26 is Darius Garland. Specifically, the narratives about Garland not being a playoff performer are highlighted as a key reason to distrust the Cavaliers.
That argument has followed the star point guard for some quite some time. However, as pointed out by Danny Cunningham of the Locked on Cavs podcast, it is one that hinges primarily on health.
Cunningham said, "If you want to build the argument that he's not a postseason player, a lot of it hinges on injuries.