1987–88 Cleveland Cavaliers season
| 1987–88 Cleveland Cavaliers season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Lenny Wilkens |
| General manager | Wayne Embry |
| Owners | |
| Arena | Richfield Coliseum |
| Results | |
| Record | 42–40 (.512) |
| Place | Division: 5th (Central) Conference: 6th (Eastern) |
| Playoff finish | First round (lost to Bulls 2–3) |
Stats at Basketball Reference | |
| Local media | |
| Television | WUAB |
| Radio | WWWE |
The 1987-88 Cleveland Cavaliers season was the 18th season of NBA basketball in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers acquired Larry Nance from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for top draft pick Kevin Johnson in a midseason trade, and finished 4th in the Central Division with a 42–40 record. Second-year star Brad Daugherty was selected for the 1988 NBA All-Star Game. Second-year guard Ron Harper played just 57 games due to injury. In the first round of the playoffs, the Cavaliers lost in five games to the Chicago Bulls.
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