Cavaliers Reacts Survey: Fans pick their fifth starter

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 15: Max Strus #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers waits during the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at Rocket Arena on March 15, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA.

Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cavs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Earlier this week, we asked Cleveland Cavaliers fans to participate in another one of our SB Nation Reacts Surveys.

Now let’s get to the results. First, we asked about the starting small forward position. Something that’s long been a point of discussion for this Cavalier team.

It turns out, as much as things change, they stay the same. A meme-worthy 67% of fans voted that Max Strus should remain the starter, once he’s fully healthy, of course. Strus made his season debut last Sunday and was already featured in Kenny Atkinson’s closing lineup against the Milwaukee Bucks.