After a pair of days off since a two-game trip to New York, the Cavs will be resting LeBron James another game come Tuesday night when the Houston Rockets play their lone game in Cleveland.
With James on the shelf, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love immediately get thrust into bigger roles on offense as all-around player to create and score the ball.
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If the internet rumors are indeed correct, Irving could be extra motivated to win and have a spectacular game.
Kevin Love is also coming off of a 28 point, 12 rebound effort against the Knicks, and will look to continue his solid play next.