The Cavaliers didn't have high expectations going into this season and now they must open the season with four players sitting out with injuries. Kevin Love averaged 17.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists last season and will be missed in this game. Cleveland was terrible on defense last season. The Hornets drafted Lemelo Ball signed Hayward from the Celtics to add to their young talent. Cleveland will simply be too banged up and unprepared for this challenge.

Play on Charlotte.