Magic beat Cavaliers 121-83 to cut their deficit to 2-1
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Magic beat Cavaliers 121-83 to cut their deficit to 2-1

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Paolo Banchero had 31 points and 14 rebounds, Jalen Suggs added 24 points and the Orlando Magic handed Cleveland the worst playoff loss in franchise history, winning 121-83 on Thursday night to cut the Cavaliers’ lead to 2-1 in their Eastern Conference first-round series. 76ERS 125, KNICKS 114 PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid scored 50 points, making all four 3-point attempts and scoring 18 in a potential series-shifting third quarter to lead Philadelphia to a win over New York in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series. NUGGETS 112, LAKERS 105 LOS ANGELES — Aaron Gordon had 29 points and 15 rebounds, Nikola Jokic added 24 points, 15 rebounds and nine assists, and Denver moved to the brink of the second round with a victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their first-round series. Michael Porter Jr. added 20 points for Denver, which took control in the third quarter and cruised through the final minutes to its fifth straight road win over Los Angeles, starting with its sweep of last season’s Western Conference finals.

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NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves
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1 day, 9 hours ago

NBA roundup: Orlando Magic stuns Miami Heat after franchise-record rally; Warriors beat Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Holding visiting Miami to just eight fourth-quarter points, the Orlando Magic set a franchise record in rallying from 22 points down at the start of the final period to beat the Heat, 121-114, on Saturday. Bam Adebayo scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds, Terry Rozier notched another 23 points off the bench and Tyler Herro recorded 22 points, six …

Cavaliers play the Jazz on 4-game win streak
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Cavaliers play the Jazz on 4-game win streak

Associated Press  

Utah Jazz vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland seeks to keep its four-game win streak intact when the Cavaliers take on Utah. The Cavaliers score 121.7 points per game, 2.4 more points than the 119.3 the Jazz give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Cavaliers: 8-2, averaging 118.4 points, 44.8 rebounds, 28.0 assists, 8.8 steals and 3.3 …

Inside the numbers: Magic celebrate an enormous comeback, Heat lament a stunning collapse
1 day, 13 hours ago

Inside the numbers: Magic celebrate an enormous comeback, Heat lament a stunning collapse

Associated Press  

A lead of at least 22 points with 12 minutes left means victory in the NBA. The Magic outscored the Heat 37-8 in the fourth quarter to pull off an improbable 121-114 victory on Saturday night, winning a game in which they trailed by 25 in the first half and were down 22 with one quarter remaining. “I feel like …

Magic tie franchise record with 25-point comeback in 121-114 win over Heat
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Magic tie franchise record with 25-point comeback in 121-114 win over Heat

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Cole Anthony scored 27 of his 35 points in the second half and the Orlando Magic tied their largest comeback in franchise history to beat the Miami Heat 121-114 after trailing by 25 points on Saturday night. The Magic also trailed by 22 entering the fourth quarter before outscoring the Heat 37-8. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored 24 points …

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings
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3 days, 9 hours ago

NBA roundup: Memphis Grizzlies beats Golden State Warriors 51-point loss; LeBron breaks record as Lakers trump Kings

The Hindu  

Santi Aldama scored 21 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for the Memphis Grizzlies, who drained a franchise-best 27 3-pointers to overwhelm the visiting Golden State Warriors 144-93 on Thursday. Lakers 113, Kings 100 LeBron James had 19 points, six rebounds and seven assists while breaking the NBA record for regular-season minutes, helping Los Angeles beat the Sacramento Kings 113-100. De’Aaron …

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT
6 days, 9 hours ago

NBA roundup: Jamal Murray’s late shot lifts Nuggets past Kings; Pistons edge past Heat in OT

The Hindu  

Jamal Murray scored a team-high 28 points and hit the go-ahead hoop with 8.6 seconds remaining as the Denver Nuggets outlasted the Sacramento Kings 130-129 for a dramatic road win on Monday night. Sacramento’s De’Aaron Fox was the game’s leading scorer with 29 points, while Domantas Sabonis had 28 to go with 14 rebounds, six assists and three steals. 76ers …

NBA roundup: Celtics downs Pistons for 12th straight time; Kings edges past Pelicans
1 week, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Celtics downs Pistons for 12th straight time; Kings edges past Pelicans

The Hindu  

Payton Pritchard came off the bench to score a game-high 27 points and deliver 10 assists, leading the Boston Celtics to a 123-99 win over the visiting Detroit Pistons on Thursday. Kings 111, Pelicans 109 Domantas Sabonis had 32 points and 20 rebounds, DeMar DeRozan scored 16 of his 29 points in the third quarter and visiting Sacramento beat New …

Bucks beat Magic 114-109 to return to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas
1 week, 5 days ago

Bucks beat Magic 114-109 to return to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points, Damian Lillard had nine of his 28 in the final minute and the Milwaukee Bucks returned to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas by beating the Orlando Magic 114-109 on Tuesday night. Takeaways Magic: Orlando’s bench scored 28 points in the first half, including 13 by Moritz Wagner and 10 from Anthony …

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves
2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Joel Embiid comes back to help 76ers beat Bulls; Warriors edge past Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. Trey Murphy III led New Orleans with 25 points, with CJ McCollum adding 19, Dejounte Murray racking up 18 points and 11 assists and Yves Missi …

Wagner and the Magic take on conference foe Milwaukee
2 weeks ago

Wagner and the Magic take on conference foe Milwaukee

Associated Press  

Orlando Magic vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bucks -9; over/under is 213 BOTTOM LINE: The Orlando Magic take on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks in Eastern Conference action Tuesday. The Magic average 107.6 points per game, 4.8 fewer than the 112.4 the Bucks allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Bucks: 8-2, averaging 116.2 points, 42.0 …

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points
2 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Wizards end 16-game losing streak despite Jokic’s 56 points

The Hindu  

Jordan Poole scored 39 points to help the host Washington Wizards overcome Nikola Jokic’s career-high 56 points and beat the Denver Nuggets 122-113 on Saturday to end its 16-game losing streak. Pistons 120, Knicks 111 Cade Cunningham finished with 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds to lead Detroit to its first win over host New York in 17 tries. …

NBA roundup: Trae Young’s trey in OT lifts Hawks past Lakers
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

NBA roundup: Trae Young’s trey in OT lifts Hawks past Lakers

The Hindu  

Trae Young hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 7.4 seconds left in overtime, helping the Atlanta Hawks beat the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 134-132 on Friday. 76ers 102, Magic 94 Paul George scored 21 points and handed out nine assists as the 76ers topped Orlando to earn a split of the teams’ two-game home series in Philadelphia. Celtics 111, Bucks 105 …

Paul George has 21 points and 9 assists in the 76ers’ 102-94 victory over the Magic
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Paul George has 21 points and 9 assists in the 76ers’ 102-94 victory over the Magic

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Paul George had 21 points and nine assists second in his game since bruising a bone in his left knee, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 102-94 victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday night. Takeaways Magic: If the Magic are going to be taken seriously in the Eastern Conference, they’ll have to improve their three-point shooting percentage. …

Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs power the Magic to a 106-102 win over the short-handed 76ers
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs power the Magic to a 106-102 win over the short-handed 76ers

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Franz Wagner scored 35 points and Jalen Suggs had 17 to lead the Orlando Magic to a 106-102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Coach Nick Nurse said there was a chance Embiid, who has played only four games this season, could play Friday when the teams play again in Philadelphia. Wagner scored 25 points through …

Magic beat Nets 100-92 for 2nd win over Brooklyn in 3 days
3 weeks ago

Magic beat Nets 100-92 for 2nd win over Brooklyn in 3 days

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Franz Wagner had 20 points, nine rebounds, eight assists and two blocks, and the Orlando Magic claimed their sixth straight win, and second in three days over the Nets, with a 100-92 victory against Brooklyn on Sunday. Goga Bitadze added 12 points and 13 rebounds, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope had 16 points and Wendell Carter Jr. had 14 points …

Magic play the Nets, seek 6th straight victory
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Magic play the Nets, seek 6th straight victory

Associated Press  

Orlando Magic vs. Brooklyn Nets New York; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Orlando will attempt to prolong its five-game win streak with a victory against Brooklyn. Brooklyn is at the bottom of the Eastern Conference scoring 11.9 fast break points per game. TOP PERFORMERS: Cameron Thomas is scoring 24.7 points per game and averaging 3.2 rebounds for the Nets. …

Franz Wagner’s 29 points propel Magic to 123-100 NBA Cup win over Nets
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Franz Wagner’s 29 points propel Magic to 123-100 NBA Cup win over Nets

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NEW YORK — Franz Wagner scored 29 points, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 19 and the Orlando Magic eased to a 123-100 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night in an NBA Cup game. Jalen Suggs and Wendell Carter Jr. each had 12 points for the Magic, who improved to 3-0 in Group A play and moved into a tie with …

De’Andre Hunter scores 23 points as the Hawks beat the NBA-best Cavs again, 117-101
3 weeks, 2 days ago

De’Andre Hunter scores 23 points as the Hawks beat the NBA-best Cavs again, 117-101

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — De’Andre Hunter scored 23 points off Atlanta’s bench and the Hawks beat Cleveland 117-101 on Friday in the NBA Cup, handing the Cavaliers a loss for the second time in three days. Trae Young had 21 points and 11 assists, and Jalen Johnson added 17 points, nine rebounds and seven assists as Atlanta finished with six scorers in …

Brooklyn takes on Orlando, seeks 4th straight victory
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Brooklyn takes on Orlando, seeks 4th straight victory

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Orlando Magic vs. Brooklyn Nets New York; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Magic -4.5; over/under is 216.5 BOTTOM LINE: Brooklyn is looking to extend its three-game win streak with a victory against Orlando. Brooklyn is last in the Eastern Conference scoring 11.7 fast break points per game. LAST 10 GAMES: Nets: 5-5, averaging 112.4 points, 36.7 rebounds, 26.7 …

Irving scores 23 as Mavs beat Knicks 129-114, improve to 4-1 without Doncic
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Irving scores 23 as Mavs beat Knicks 129-114, improve to 4-1 without Doncic

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving scored 23 points and the Dallas Mavericks improved to 4-1 this season without superstar Luka Doncic, beating the New York Knicks 129-114 on Wednesday night. Jalen Brunson tied his season high with 37 points for New York in his second game in Dallas against his former team. Doncic missed his fourth consecutive game with a sprained …

Jalen Suggs scores 31 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Chicago Bulls 133-119
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Jalen Suggs scores 31 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Chicago Bulls 133-119

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Jalen Suggs scored a career-high 31 points and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored a season-high 24 on 6-for-10 shooting from 3-point range to help the Orlando Magic beat the Chicago Bulls 133-119 on Wednesday night. The Magic raced out to an early lead and led by 13 after the first quarter and by as many as 27 points on …

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT

China Daily  

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell celebrates after hitting a three point basket during the second half against the Toronto Raptors during a NBA game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, Ohio, USA on November 24, 2024. WASHINGTON - Donovan Mitchell and reserve Ty Jerome each scored 26 points to spark the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers over Toronto 122-108 on Sunday while Boston …

Franz Wagner helps Magic overcome 44 points by LaMelo Ball to beat Hornets 95-84
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Franz Wagner helps Magic overcome 44 points by LaMelo Ball to beat Hornets 95-84

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Franz Wagner scored 13 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter, and the Orlando Magic withstood a 44-point performance by the Hornets’ LaMelo Ball to beat short-handed Charlotte 95-84 on Monday night. Moritz Wagner and Cole Anthony each had 16 points and eight rebounds off the bench, and Jonathan Isaac knocked down three fourth-quarter corner 3s …

Mitchell’s 26 points help Cavs improve to 17-1, stay perfect at home with 122-108 win over Raptors
4 weeks ago

Mitchell’s 26 points help Cavs improve to 17-1, stay perfect at home with 122-108 win over Raptors

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell and Ty Jerome scored 26 points apiece as the Cleveland Cavaliers improved to 17-1 and stayed perfect at home with a 122-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. The Cavs, who opened the season 15-0 before losing at Boston last week, are 10-0 on their home floor for the first since the 2017-18 season, …

Magic beat Pistons 111-100 behind Franz Wagner’s 30 points
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Magic beat Pistons 111-100 behind Franz Wagner’s 30 points

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Franz Wagner had 30 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, and the Orlando Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 111-100 Saturday night for their eighth win in nine games. Wagner, who has scored 30 or more points in five of his last seven games, sat out the fourth quarter while the Magic’s bench stretched Orlando’s lead to 22 …

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs
1 month ago

NBA roundup: Magic steps up late to win against Lakers; Jazz loses to Spurs

The Hindu  

Franz Wagner scored 15 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds remaining, and the visiting Orlando Magic rallied for a 119-118 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. Spurs beats Jazz Harrison Barnes had 25 points and 10 rebounds and Chris Paul made key plays down the stretch and finished with …

Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland’s 15-game win streak
1 month ago

Celtics hand Cavaliers first loss of season, winning 120-117 to end Cleveland’s 15-game win streak

Associated Press  

BOSTON — The defending NBA champions held off the league’s hottest team on Tuesday night, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15 straight wins to open the season. Cleveland cut a 21-point deficit to two in the …

Magic play the Clippers, look for 7th straight victory
1 month ago

Magic play the Clippers, look for 7th straight victory

Associated Press  

Orlando Magic vs. Los Angeles Clippers Inglewood, California; Wednesday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Orlando is looking to keep its six-game win streak alive when the Magic take on Los Angeles. The Magic average 106.9 points per game, 2.2 fewer than the 109.1 the Clippers give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Clippers: 5-4, averaging 108.0 points, 44.3 rebounds, 24.2 assists, 8.3 …

NBA roundup: Kings’ De’Aaron Fox scores 60 in OT loss
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Kings’ De’Aaron Fox scores 60 in OT loss

The Hindu  

Anthony Edwards scored seven of his 36 points in overtime and the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves overcame De’Aaron Fox’s 60-point performance to beat the Sacramento Kings 130-126 in an NBA Cup game on Friday night. Lakers 120, Spurs 115 Anthony Davis poured in 40 points and added 12 rebounds and LeBron James scored Los Angeles’ final four points and recorded his …

Magic win 98-86 in NBA Cup game, dropping 76ers to 2-10 overall
1 month, 1 week ago

Magic win 98-86 in NBA Cup game, dropping 76ers to 2-10 overall

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Franz Wagner had 31 points and 11 rebounds, Jalen Suggs added 19 points and seven rebounds, and the Orlando Magic pulled away in the fourth quarter to a 98-86 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Cup game Friday night. Joel Embiid, playing 33 minutes in his second game this season for the 76ers, had 20 …

Mitchell magic helps Cavs tame Bulls, keep perfect record
1 month, 1 week ago

Mitchell magic helps Cavs tame Bulls, keep perfect record

China Daily  

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell grabs a rebound away from Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams during an NBA game in Chicago on Monday. USA TODAY SPORTS VIA REUTERS CHICAGO — Donovan Mitchell scored 36 points, as the unbeaten Cleveland Cavaliers came from behind once more to preserve their 100 percent start to the season with a 119-113 victory over the …

NBA roundup: Cavs make it 12-0 with win over Bulls
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Cavs make it 12-0 with win over Bulls

The Hindu  

Donovan Mitchell scored a season-high 36 points and Evan Mobley had a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds as the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers remained undefeated with a 119-113 win against the Chicago Bulls on Monday. Nets 107, Pelicans 105 Cam Thomas scored 17 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 32.9 seconds remaining, and visiting Brooklyn handed New Orleans its …

Magic beat Wizards 121-94 for second straight blowout win without Paolo Banchero
1 month, 1 week ago

Magic beat Wizards 121-94 for second straight blowout win without Paolo Banchero

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Franz Wagner had 23 points and seven assists, Goga Bitadze added 10 points and 12 rebounds and the Orlando Magic pulled away in the second half to a 121-94 win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. Jordan Poole led the Wizards with 24 points, and Bilal Coulibaly added 20 points, six rebounds, six assists and three …

NBA roundup: Cavaliers stay perfect, stun Nets for 11-0 start to the season
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Cavaliers stay perfect, stun Nets for 11-0 start to the season

The Hindu  

Evan Mobley collected 23 points and 16 rebounds as the Cleveland Cavaliers, who trailed by 13 early in the fourth quarter, extended its season-opening winning streak to 11 games with a 105-100 victory over the visiting Brooklyn Nets on Saturday night. Donovan Mitchell added 22 points and Darius Garland contributed 20, and Cleveland outscored the Nets 35-18 in the fourth …

NBA roundup: Cavs rout Warriors for 10-0 start to season
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Cavs rout Warriors for 10-0 start to season

The Hindu  

Darius Garland put up 27 points as one of six Cavaliers to score in double figures and host Cleveland pummeled the Golden State Warriors 136-117 on Friday night for its 10th straight win to open the season. Brandin Podziemski chipped in 14 points, seven rebounds, four assists and four steals, but Golden State star Stephen Curry was held to 12 …

Magic snap 5-game losing streak, beating injury-depleted Pelicans 115-88
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Magic snap 5-game losing streak, beating injury-depleted Pelicans 115-88

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Franz Wagner scored 27 points and the Orlando Magic broke a five-game losing streak, never trailing in a 115-88 victory over the injury-depleted New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night. Takeaways Pelicans: Without Zion Williamson, New Orleans was missing six of its top eight scorers and lost for the seventh time in eight games. Key moment New Orleans …

Dallas Mavericks Dominate Orlando Magic, Clinching Crucial Victory
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dallas Mavericks Dominate Orlando Magic, Clinching Crucial Victory

The Hindu  

The Dallas Mavericks dominated the Orlando Magic, cruising to a 108-85 victory. Luka Doncic shone with 32 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists, while Daniel Gafford contributed 18 points and 11 rebounds. The Mavericks led 65-40 at halftime and maintained their momentum in the second half, extending their lead to 82-52.

Mavericks Dominate Magic, 108-85, Despite Banchero Absence
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mavericks Dominate Magic, 108-85, Despite Banchero Absence

Associated Press  

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Orlando Magic 108-85 on Sunday night. Luka Doncic had a triple-double with 32 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Daniel Gafford contributed 18 points and 8 rebounds. The Mavericks dominated the first quarter, outscoring the Magic 30-9 and holding a 33-point lead at halftime. Orlando struggled without Paolo Banchero, who suffered a torn oblique …

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller

The Hindu  

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 119-116 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night in Minneapolis. Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 29 points, while Julius Randle contributed 23 points, seven assists, and six rebounds. The Timberwolves earned their third win in the past four games, extending their winning streak to four games.

Wizards Comeback Thrives on Kuzma's Heroics
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wizards Comeback Thrives on Kuzma's Heroics

Associated Press  

The Washington Wizards secured their first win of the season with a 121-119 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Kyle Kuzma shone with 25 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, while Jordan Poole contributed 26 points. The Wizards dominated the second half, outscoring the Hawks 40-20 in the final frame. The Hawks were led by Trae Young's 29 points, 13 assists …

Cavaliers Dominate Knicks, Extend Their Unbeatable Start
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cavaliers Dominate Knicks, Extend Their Unbeatable Start

Associated Press  

The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a 4-0 start in the NBA with a resounding 110-104 victory over the New York Knicks. Darius Garland shone brightly with 34 points, including three 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, which proved to be the game-changer. The Cavaliers dominated the paint and outplayed the Knicks in rebounds and assists. The Knicks, despite a valiant effort, couldn't …

Cavaliers Dominate Wizards, Continue Perfect Start to Season
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cavaliers Dominate Wizards, Continue Perfect Start to Season

Associated Press  

The Cleveland Cavaliers dominated the Washington Wizards in a convincing 135-116 victory on Saturday night. Donovan Mitchell shone with 30 points, Jarrett Allen contributed 23 points and 10 assists, while Darius Garland added 23 points. The Cavaliers shot 54% from the floor and maintained a strong lead throughout the game. Despite struggling shooting efficiency in the first half, the Wizards' …

Cavaliers eliminated by the Celtics in 5 games. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff says they made progress
7 months, 1 week ago

Cavaliers eliminated by the Celtics in 5 games. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff says they made progress

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Cleveland Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff wants to come back for another season. “This has been a difficult year for us, for a bunch of different reasons,” Bickerstaff said after the Cavaliers fell to Boston 113-98 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Wednesday night. “Everything went wrong that could have went wrong,” said Cavs big man …

NBA Playoffs: Celtics take a 3-1 lead in the East semifinal series, Thunder levels series against Mavericks
7 months, 1 week ago

NBA Playoffs: Celtics take a 3-1 lead in the East semifinal series, Thunder levels series against Mavericks

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum scored 33 points and the Boston Celtics beat the severely short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers 109-102 in Game 4 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their East semifinal series. Jaylen Brown added 27 for the Celtics, who can close out Cleveland with a win in Game 5 on Wednesday night at home. Thunder 100 - 96 …

NBA Playoffs: Cavaliers Stun Celtics in Game 2, Luka Doncic Ties Up OKC Series 1-1 for Mavericks
7 months, 1 week ago

NBA Playoffs: Cavaliers Stun Celtics in Game 2, Luka Doncic Ties Up OKC Series 1-1 for Mavericks

News 18  

Cleveland and Dallas turned the tables on their top-seeded opponents on Thursday, the Cavaliers shocking the Boston Celtics and the Mavericks silencing the Thunder to level their NBA playoff series at one game apiece. Mitchell scored 23 of his 29 points in the second half and received plenty of support from “attack-minded” teammates as the Cavs bounced back from a …

Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers deliver Game 7 magic to defeat Orlando, advance to conference semis
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers deliver Game 7 magic to defeat Orlando, advance to conference semis

New York Times  

CLEVELAND — Whether or not Donovan Mitchell’s long-term future with the Cavaliers is in doubt, the city belongs to him right now. Mitchell, successor to LeBron James in Cleveland in so many ways, led the franchise to its first playoff series victory without The King since 1993 in a 106-94 win over the Orlando Magic in Game 7 of their …

Why the Magic’s season ended with a brutal Game 7 loss to the Cavaliers
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Why the Magic’s season ended with a brutal Game 7 loss to the Cavaliers

New York Times  

CLEVELAND — The NBA record book will never record that, for a few pulse-pounding minutes in Sunday afternoon’s second quarter, the Orlando Magic looked well on their way to blowing out the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 of their first-round playoff series. “Probably the most intense game I’ve played in my life, just with the crowd and the possession-by-possession battles …

Magic moments add up to dramatic win as Orlando gets ready for Game 7 in Cleveland
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Magic moments add up to dramatic win as Orlando gets ready for Game 7 in Cleveland

New York Times  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Magic players know what awaits them Sunday afternoon in Game 7. Hugging after the game, he’s just got a special aura and energy, and I just want him to continue to use it and let it shine.” Banchero, Suggs and Wagner had big games, combining to score 75 of Orlando’s 103 points. On Orlando’s next two …

Cavaliers may need bold moves to beat the Magic in Orlando
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Cavaliers may need bold moves to beat the Magic in Orlando

New York Times  

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Cleveland Cavaliers’ goal of course is to win Game 6, not merely avoid further embarrassment on the road. And I have no doubt we will.” GO DEEPER ‘We were right there’: Orlando Magic filled with regrets after Game 5 defeat What’s Mitchell supposed to say, as far as having confidence the Cavs won’t buckle again under …

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