Love, Thompson lament Cavs’ effort in loss to Hawks

Losing LeBron James from the roster is sure to change any team’s outlook in a given season. The Cleveland Cavaliers know that well, having dealt with James’ departure not once, but twice, now. After James opted to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers in the offseason, the Cavs were hoping a roster led by All-Star big man Kevin Love and other holdovers from Cleveland’s runs to The Finals would keep the Cavs in the playoff mix in the East.