WATCH: Throwback to 2015 when LeBron James and Cavs were surrounded by Toronto Raptors dancers

In the world of professional basketball, psychological tactics often play a key role in the pre-game dynamics between teams. One such memorable moment in 2015 was when LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers found themselves at the centre of an unusual and somewhat comical scene ahead of their game against the Toronto Raptors.

The Cavaliers, led by their superstar LeBron James, decided to remain on the court while waiting for their opponents. This move appeared to be a deliberate attempt to assert dominance and gain a psychological edge over the Raptors. However, the strategy took an unexpected turn when the Toronto Raptors’ dance team took to the court for their routine.

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As the Raptors dancers began their performance, LeBron and his teammates found themselves surrounded by the energetic and synchronized movements of the dance squad. The bizarre spectacle left the Cavaliers awkwardly standing in the middle of the court, seemingly unsure of how to react to the situation.

The Cavaliers failed to make an impact!

Despite their best efforts to remain unfazed, the tactic did little to help the Cavaliers on that particular night. The Raptors, energized by their home crowd and perhaps buoyed by the unusual pre-game incident, went on to secure a victory against the visiting Cavaliers.

The scene became one of the more memorable and talked-about moments of the 2015 NBA season, serving as a reminder that psychological games don't always play out as intended. Adding to the lightheartedness of the situation, the Raptors’ mascot made sure that such an incident would not repeat itself in their next game against the Phoenix Suns. The mascot humorously ensured that the dancers had full control of the court during their routine, making sure there were no unintended intruders this time around.