In 2024-25, the Cavs finished 64-18 and had the best record in the Eastern Conference. They earned the #1 seed in the East for the postseason.
The #8 Heat was their matchup in the first round. Miami made the playoffs through the play-in tournament. However, the Heat were outclassed by the Cavs in round one. In games three and four combined, the Heat lost by 92 points. That is the largest point differential in a two-game span in playoff history. Additionally, the 122-point margin of victory in the four games set a new playoff record.
