8. Irving the Rebounder
Coincidentally, James wears No. 23 and his success in the assist category is often the litmus test as to whether the Cavs win or not. Kyrie Irving remains the team’s starting point guard, but it may serve the team better for James to be the primary ball handler. That’s because when James has dished out seven or more assists in a game, the team has a record of 36-4.
Although it may sound odd, Irving’s ability to rebound on the defensive side has offered a small window into just how well the Cavaliers are doing. When he’s able to collect four defensive rebounds, the team has won 10-of-11 contests.
Navigating through four playoff series over the course of two months can be as arduous as the regular season, given the pressure that continues to ratchet up. If the Cavs can accomplish the above tasks and reach those specific levels, then the first Cleveland title since 1964 can become a reality.
