Jarrett Allen

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, every great iteration of title-contending basketball in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ franchise history often has a chasedown block or two closely attached. Setting the tone in what appears poised to become a postseason worth remembering, Jarrett Allen springs into action, toggling from offense-to-defense mode immediately after his point guard’s inbounds pass goes awry. Attached closely enough to Bam Adebayo’s jersey to, if nothing else, give a respectable contest, Allen channels the spirit 0f 2016, collecting a come-from-behind swat outright to ignite the Cavs’ home crowd in celebration. The Cavaliers cruised to a 21-point win over the Miami Heat — ultimately prevailing in a four-game sweep by a postseason-record 122 combined points — largely through the two-way excellence of their 6-foot-11 frontcourt star. In April 20, 2025’s win, Allen was business as usual, recording a 12-point, 11-rebound double-double (on efficient five-of-eight shooting), accompanied by one assist, three steals, and a block.