5 reasons why the Cleveland Cavaliers are SO BAD right now

#1 Boredom or lack of rhythm?

LeBron James

As good as they might be this season, neither the Knicks nor the Pacers (and definitely not the Nets) are going to be a threat to the Cavaliers in the postseason. The Pelicans aren't even in the same conference and New Orleans franchise will have its demons to face in the West Playoffs.

Given that LeBron James has made it to seven straight NBA Finals, is it possible that the rest of the team is just searching for motivation to play games against these non-Playoff teams? Maybe the fact that having James on their side, pretty much assures them a spot in the 2018 Finals is something that makes the regular season boring?

Cleveland's matchup against the Wizards in Washington on Friday night will give us an answer to both these questions.

But James has won games even with depleted rosters, so is this a case of lack of rhythm like he has pointed out? Could be. James has pointed out that his ankle sprain before the season forced him to play just one preseason game, which has impacted his on-court chemistry and rhythm with the new team assembled around him.

Does that mean they will start clicking by New Years'? Only time will tell.