The Cleveland Cavaliers preserved their perfect season start with an exhilarating 105-100 comeback win over the Brooklyn Nets. Trailing by 14 in the third quarter, Cleveland surged with a dominant defensive effort from Evan Mobley, who not only scored a team-high 23 points but also pulled down 13 defensive rebounds, recorded four steals, and made a crucial late-game block on Cameron Johnson. Donovan Mitchell added 22 points, fueling the Cavs’ 35-18 fourth quarter that ultimately turned the game around.
Cleveland clinched the lead with two clutch free throws from Darius Garland, putting them up 97-96 with just over two minutes left. Mobley’s last-minute defensive stand embodied the resilience of the Cavs, who have now extended their record to 11-0. Coach Kenny Atkinson praised the team’s determination, noting how the pressure to keep their winning streak alive motivated the comeback despite the team’s struggles earlier in the game.
For Brooklyn, Johnson led with 23 points, while Cam Thomas and Dennis Schroder each added 22, but the team couldn’t hold off Cleveland’s strong finish.
Other NBA Highlights:
Utah Jazz 111, San Antonio Spurs 110: The Jazz narrowly defeated the Spurs, improving to 2-7. Collin Sexton scored 23 points, and Lauri Markkanen added 20, while Victor Wembanyama impressed with 24 points, 16 rebounds, and seven blocks. However, Wembanyama’s late offensive foul proved costly for San Antonio.
Chicago Bulls 125, Atlanta Hawks 113: The Bulls secured a balanced offensive win over the Hawks, with eight players in double figures. Ayo Dosunmo led with 19 points off the bench, while Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic, and Coby White each scored 18 points.
These games highlight a thrilling weekend of basketball, with top performances from young stars and veterans alike across the league.
