From strategic water bottle tosses to direct player challenges, Atkinson's coaching style has unlocked the full potential of Cleveland's roster.

Speaking before tipoff against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden, the Cavaliers coach reflected on his evolution since his Brooklyn tenure.

Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson seems to understand that, and even though Cleveland has a couple of regular-season games remaining, he is already strategizing for the postseason. “I find myself thinking into the future more,