The Cleveland Cavaliers are getting ready to kick off a highly anticipated season, and News 5 is breaking everything down for you ahead of the season opener.
We'll carry our season preview over the air, on our streaming platforms, and right here on News5Cleveland.com and the News 5 app.
Watch at 7:30 p.m.:
Expectations are high.
The Cavaliers are one of the favorites to win the Eastern Conference. They were the top seed last season but were eliminated in five games by the Indiana Pacers in the conference semifinals.
Star guard Donovan Mitchell is looking to advance out of the second round for the first time in his nine-year NBA career and has a solid core with Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen and Darius Garland.
The Cavaliers would love to do away with the regular season and get right to the playoffs in April, but coach Kenny Atkinson has stressed making improvements during the 82 games.
Tonight's special will include an interview with Cavs General Manager Koby Altman.
During the preview, click here to vote in our live interactive poll, sponsored by the Cavaliers, to "let 'em know" which match-up you're most excited for this season.
We'll display the results live during the show.
The Cavs kick off their season Wednesday night in New York against the Knicks.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
