November 10th 2024.
On a Saturday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off an impressive comeback against the Brooklyn Nets with a final score of 105-100. Led by Evan Mobley's 23 points and 16 rebounds and Donovan Mitchell's 22 points, the Cavaliers became the 12th team in NBA history to start a season with an 11-0 record. It was a thrilling game that saw Darius Garland scoring eight of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, ultimately securing the win for Cleveland.
The game didn't start off in the Cavaliers' favor, as they trailed 82-68 with just 35 seconds left in the third quarter. However, they refused to give up and fought back to take the lead in the final minutes. Garland's two free throws put the Cavaliers ahead for good at 97-96, and they never looked back.
The Cavaliers' victory was even more impressive considering the competition they faced. The Brooklyn Nets, with Cam Johnson scoring 23 points and Dennis Schroder and Cam Thomas each adding 22 points, proved to be a tough opponent. Despite trailing by 15 points in the second quarter, the Nets managed to hold the Cavaliers to a season-low 13 points in the third quarter.
This win was also significant for the Cavaliers as they ended their NBA-record streak of scoring 110 points or more for 10 consecutive wins to open a season. The previous record holder was the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors, who won their first 24 games before losing to the Cavaliers in the NBA Finals.
For the Nets, it was a tough loss after a close overtime game against the Boston Celtics the night before. They struggled to contain the Cavaliers' offense in the final quarter, as Cleveland made an impressive 14 out of 18 shots. On the other hand, the Cavaliers' new coach Kenny Atkinson had a personal stake in the game, facing his former team for the first time since being fired in 2020. This seemed to motivate the players, as Mobley made 10 out of 11 field goal attempts.
The key moment of the game came when Johnson hit a 3-pointer to extend the Nets' lead to 96-89 with 4:23 left. However, the Cavaliers responded with a 10-point run, with Garland scoring four points and setting up Mobley for a dunk to seal the win.
Looking ahead, the Cavaliers are now just two wins away from matching their longest winning streak in franchise history. They have won 13 games in a row three times, all with the help of franchise superstar LeBron James. Their next game will be against the Chicago Bulls on Monday.
Meanwhile, the Nets will look to bounce back from this loss as they wrap up their three-game trip against the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday. This game will also be a chance for the Cavaliers to extend their impressive record and continue their dominance in the league.
Overall, it was an exciting game that showcased the Cavaliers' determination and resilience, as well as their ability to compete against top teams in the league. Fans can look forward to more thrilling games from this talented and motivated team.
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