While the Cleveland Cavaliers (41-15) were heavy favorites to capture the Eastern Conference crown this season, it hasn't been the smooth path most envisioned.
The Cavs have held the top spot in the East since early November but are far from clinching a regular-season title. More concerns may arrive come playoff time, as the long-perceived weakest conference has become surprisingly talented and deep.
Teams like the Boston Celtics (34-25), Indiana Pacers (31-26) and Charlotte Hornets (29-27) are all exceeding expectations, keeping pace with the traditional powers in Toronto, Atlanta, Chicago and Miami.
Over the final month-and-a-half, Cleveland needs to establish itself as the dominant power of the East while carrying momentum into a potentially dangerous postseason.
Forming an Identity
The Cavaliers are 11-4 since Tyronn Lue took over as head coach but have failed to demonstrate any sort of consistent dominance.
Cleveland recently enjoyed its two best wins of the season, beating the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder, but also fell flat against the middling Detro ...
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