Kenny Atkinson is still proud of the Cavaliers for "taking a step" despite getting swept
Kenny Atkinson expressed pride in the Cleveland Cavaliers despite their recent playoff sweep by the New York Knicks. He believes the team has made progress compared to their previous postseason performance. Atkinson emphasized the importance of learning and development as they aim for future success.
- ▪The Cleveland Cavaliers were eliminated from the 2026 NBA Playoffs after being swept by the New York Knicks.
- ▪Head coach Kenny Atkinson believes the Cavaliers took a step forward in their development despite the sweep.
- ▪The Cavaliers reached the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2018, marking a significant achievement.
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