THE TAKE
I still think the Cavs are winning the East
BOLDNESS
62/100
GRADE
10/100
PLAYERS / TEAMS
None tagged
GRADING CRITERIA
The Cleveland Cavaliers advance through the Eastern Conference playoffs and win the Eastern Conference Finals, earning a trip to the NBA Finals, during the 2025-26 NBA postseason.
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OUTCOME
CONFIRMED FALSEThe Cleveland Cavaliers did not win the Eastern Conference. They were swept 4-0 by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals, with Jalen Brunson winning ECF MVP. The Knicks went on to win the 2026 NBA Championship over the San Antonio Spurs in five games.