Cleveland Cavaliers Playoff Chances 2026-27
The Cleveland Cavaliers are 7-7, 7th in the East, in play-in position. They make the playoffs in 79% of our simulations and win the NBA title in 2%.
Updated · Through games of November 14, 2026 · 13 of 80 games played per team on average
79%Make playoffs
61%Top 6 (no play-in)
18%Reach conf. finals
2%Win NBA title
42-38Projected record
13thPower rating rank
66Games left (33 home)
W1Streak
Next 10 games
| Date | Opponent | Win prob. |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 16 | vs Chicago Bulls (3-9) | 72% |
| Wed, Nov 18 | vs Memphis Grizzlies (9-3) | 49% |
| Fri, Nov 20 | vs Indiana Pacers (5-8) | 66% |
| Mon, Nov 23 | @ Chicago Bulls (3-9) | 57% |
| Wed, Nov 25 | @ New York Knicks (6-6) | 38% |
| Sun, Nov 29 | vs Miami Heat (7-6) | 63% |
| Tue, Dec 1 | vs Indiana Pacers (5-8) | 66% |
| Thu, Dec 3 | @ Chicago Bulls (3-9) | 57% |
| Sat, Dec 12 | vs Golden State Warriors (8-5) | 52% |
| Tue, Dec 15 | vs San Antonio Spurs (11-2) | 40% |
Central standings
| Team | W-L | Playoffs | Win div |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Pistons | 8-4 | 95% | 69% |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | 7-7 | 79% | 25% |
| Indiana Pacers | 5-8 | 39% | 5% |
| Chicago Bulls | 3-9 | 16% | 1% |
| Milwaukee Bucks | 1-12 | 1% | <1% |
Playoff path
| Milestone | Chance |
|---|---|
| Make the playoffs | 79% |
| Finish top six | 61% |
| Play-in (7th–10th) | 31% |
| Win a first-round series | 40% |
| Reach the conference finals | 18% |
| Reach the NBA Finals | 8% |
| Win the NBA title | 2% |
Frequently asked questions
Will the Cleveland Cavaliers make the playoffs?
Our model gives the Cavaliers a 79% chance to make the 2027 NBA playoffs, including a 61% chance to finish in the top six and avoid the play-in. They are 7-7 and 7th in the East, in play-in position.
What are the Cleveland Cavaliers' chances to win the NBA title?
2%, with a 8% chance to reach the NBA Finals.
What is the Cleveland Cavaliers' projected record?
About 42-38, based on 10,000 simulations of the remaining schedule.