Category: Cleveland Cavaliers (Page 61 of 88)

There was a hint of better defense in the 4th quarter of last night’s 123-120 road comeback victory last night, but really, it was all about Lebron. And the PD breaks down how they did it…they moved Lebron to point guard.

Coach Mike Brown made a move in the third quarter when James switched to point guard. James easily blew past defenders and either scored or passed off for easy layups. The Cavs cut the 16-point deficit to nine heading into the fourth quarter. “I knew he would be great at middle pick-and-roll,” said Brown, about putting the ball in James’ hands. “Instead of having someone else bring it and getting him the ball at halfcourt, we said, ‘Why don’t you just bring it, spread the floor and lets play middle pick-and-roll and make a play for us.’ ”

I think we just saw a picture of how the Cavs will win all their close, big games from now on.

Wow. What a win. 123-120 over the 76ers on the road. The only defense that was played all night was when the Cavs started playing defense about the end of the 3rd quarter, down by 16.

And what more can anyone say about Lebron James. A triple double. 36 points. He took over the game in the 4th quarter, simply imposed his will. And Larry Hughes? Only 37 points. When was the last time two Cavs scored 73 points between them? I don’t think that’s ever happened.

A huge step for the Cavs. To be challenged like this, on the road, by a first place team, shooting as hot as the Sixers were shooting, and then to spot them 16 points, and end up winning….wow.