After their loss to the Celtics, the Cleveland Cavaliers, led by coach Kenny Atkinson, took away two critical lessons:
1. **Adapting Offensive Flow**: The Cavaliers struggled with stagnation on offense during the first half, especially when their shooting was off. Atkinson realized they need to adjust their game plan to maintain fluidity and capitalize on matchups more effectively against elite defenses like Boston’s.
2. **Defensive Consistency**: The Cavs were caught off guard by Boston’s perimeter shooting and fast pace. Atkinson emphasized the need to tighten defensive rotations and avoid leaving shooters open, especially late in games.