Cavs Defeat the Hawks and a Max Strus Interview

Justin and Carter discuss the win over the Atlanta Hawks and what it could mean for a potential playoff series. Then Justin is joined by Max Strus to discuss his return to play, how the team is preparing for the playoffs, as well as their mentality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite resting players on both ends of the back to back, the Cavs were able to win both games and clinch home court in the first round of the playoffs. Justin and Carter dive into how the team may choose to approach the final week of the season, and what factors may go into their decision making. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Carter provide their takeaways from the loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Discussing how much can be attributed to injuries, and how the Cavs can improve their execution to mitigate some of the issues that have come up as of late. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Carter take a look at the bounce back win over the Miami Heat and Jarrett Allen's return to the lineup. They discuss who the best option would be as the fifth starter given the absence of Jaylon Tyson and Dean Wade on the road trip. As well as what they value the most from the remaining 8 games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Carter take a look at the Cavs recent defensive struggles and how Jarrett Allen's return may help stabilize things. As well as what portion of the issues come from scheme, effort, or execution. They also discuss Donovan Mitchell's recent strong play and other takeaways from the last two games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Carter discuss the Cavs going 3-0 on their road trip, despite the games being closer than expected. They discuss what can be learned from the clutch time minutes, how the team can build on the performance, as well as take a look at where they are in the standings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Carter discuss the blossoming chemistry between Evan Mobley and James Harden, which helped power the Cavs to a win over the Milwaukee Bucks. As well as a look at the team's first game with it's complete wing rotation available, and the decisions that Kenny Atkinson may be forced to make down the stretch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Carter react to the Cavs splitting their home and home against the Dallas Mavericks. Breaking down the lapses on the defensive end, as well as the return of Max Strus to the lineup. They also take a look at Evan Mobley's improved play as of late, plus an injury update heading into the three day road trip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin is joined by Tony Pesta of Fear the Sword, BigPlay and the Junkyard Pod to discuss the Cavs loss to the Orlando Magic and how it highlights what work is left for the team to figure out on the defensive end. Taking a look at what can be addressed through execution, as well as the rotation decisions that will be facing Kenny Atkinson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Carter react to the Cavs loss to the Boston Celtics. Taking a look at where the team came up short and what lessons will need to be learned prior to a playoff matchup in the future. As well as the challenge the team will face the rest of the season as they try to get to a contending level without any marquee matchups remaining. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.