The NBA season is just around the corner and there is a lot of excitement and optimism about the 2023-2024 Cleveland Cavaliers. Several experts are picking the Cavs to finish second or third in the Eastern Conference, near the top with the Boston Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks. The young core of players is back with Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Darius Garland leading the way. The addition of Max Strus from the Heat is also expected to be a big improvement. They just have to prove it on the court. They flamed out in 5 games last season in the playoffs to the Knicks. They need to prove that won’t happen this year. Make the playoffs and then make a run in the playoffs. The added bonus of winning in the postseason is the possibility to convince Mitchell to sign an extension after the season. Predictions are one thing, they need to go out this season and prove all the experts right. Won’t be long before we see how improved they are and if those experts are right.