Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers, forever etched in the memories of sports fans for their historic 2016 NBA Championship, have a rich and complex history beyond that single, shining moment. Founded in 1970 as an expansion team, the early years were marked by struggles and a revolving door of coaches. The team’s name, chosen by fans through a contest, alluded to a group of horse-riding aristocratic soldiers, a seemingly optimistic vision for a franchise searching for its identity.