For three rounds of the Eastern Conference playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers relied on a dominant but inefficient LeBron James, offensive rebounds, stout defense and opponents missing 3-point shots to go 12-2 and reach the NBA Finals.
Even before they lost starting point guard Kyrie Irving to a fractured kneecap, there was skepticism that the Cavaliers could keep it up against the tougher Golden State Warriors. But on Sunday night, that same formula allowed them to win Game 2 and tie the Finals at 1-1 heading back to Cleveland for Tuesday's Game 3.
Let's take a look at the Cavaliers' keys to victory.