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The 2016-17 Cleveland Cavaliers Season: A Historic Triumph
A Season of Firsts for the Cavaliers
The 2016-17 season marked a historic milestone for the Cleveland Cavaliers franchise as they finished first in the NBA Eastern Conference for the first time in their history. This remarkable achievement was guided by the leadership of head coaches David Blatt, Tyronn Lue, and general manager Koby Altman.
A Historic Regular Season
The Cavaliers dominated the regular season, posting an impressive record of 57-25. They secured the Eastern Conference title with a 30-11 record under Blatt, who was later replaced by Lue, who led the team to a 27-14 record.
The Cavaliers also excelled statistically, ranking third in the league in defensive rating (1045) and boasting one of the highest net ratings (1043). Their potent offense was led by superstar LeBron James, who averaged 26.4 points per game.
Heartbreaking Playoff Exit
Despite their dominant regular season performance, the Cavaliers' playoff run ended prematurely in the NBA Finals. They faced off against the Golden State Warriors, who ultimately defeated them in five games.
Despite the disappointing playoff exit, the 2016-17 season will always be remembered as a historic one for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Their first-place finish in the Eastern Conference and impressive regular season performance solidified their status as one of the most successful teams in the league.
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