Marc J. Spears: I think the Cavs are the most talented team in the East; they’re going to have to break through at some point

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Photo credit Sep 29, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) and guard Darius Garland (10) and guard Donovan Mitchell (45) and forward Evan Mobley (4) poses for a photo during media day at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Senior ESPN NBA writer Marc J. Spears joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about why he predicted the Cavs to win the NBA Championship, what he learned from talking with Donovan Mitchell, Victor Wembanyama putting the league on notice, and more.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Sep 29, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) and guard Darius Garland (10) and guard Donovan Mitchell (45) and forward Evan Mobley (4) poses for a photo during media day at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images