The Cleveland Cavaliers are on a 12-game winning streak and have clinched a playoff berth, with many considering them contenders for the Eastern Conference Finals. Their success can be attributed to their balanced team, with players like Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, and Evan Mobley contributing significantly. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers are also surging, with Luka Doncic and LeBron James leading the charge. The team's defense has been impressive, and they could potentially face their franchise nemesis, the Denver Nuggets, in the second round.
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