Cleveland Cavaliers enter NBA playoffs with win over Miami Heat
3 weeks ago

Cleveland Cavaliers enter NBA playoffs with win over Miami Heat

Al Jazeera  

The Cavs maintain their 12-game unbeaten streak and become the first team to book a spot in the NBA postseason. Mitchell was one of six Cleveland players to finish in double figures against a short-handed Miami team missing Andrew Wiggins, Kel’el Ware and Jaime Jaquez Jr. Evan Mobley backed Mitchell with 16 points and 13 rebounds while Darius Garland finished with 15 points and 10 assists. “It’s always good to learn through a win though.” Mitchell played down the significance of Cleveland becoming the first team to reach the postseason. “I’m happy we were able to do it for the crowd, but we’ve got a lot more to accomplish.” 🏀 WEDNESDAY'S FINAL SCORES 🏀 Donovan Mitchell leads the @cavs to their 12th straight win as they become the first team to clinch their place in the #NBAPlayoffs presented by Google! Evan Mobley: 16 PTS, 13 REB De'Andre Hunter: 16 PTS, 5 REB Darius Garland: 15 PTS, 10 AST pic.twitter.com/na9zzLdMRY — NBA March 6, 2025 Celtics keep pace Cleveland’s nearest pursuers, the Boston Celtics, powered past the Portland Trail Blazers 128-118 after a sensational pair of 40-point performances from Derrick White and Payton Pritchard.

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NBA roundup: LeBron James’ buzzer-beater lifts Lakers past Pacers
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17 hours, 35 minutes ago

NBA roundup: LeBron James’ buzzer-beater lifts Lakers past Pacers

The Hindu  

LeBron James tipped in the game-winning layup as time expired, giving the Los Angeles Lakers a 120-119 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis on Wednesday. James, who didn’t connect on a field goal until the fourth quarter, finished with 13 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists as the Lakers snapped a three-game losing streak. Doncic had 34 points, seven …

Celtics extend their winning streak to 5 games with a 129-116 win over Trail Blazers
3 days, 22 hours ago

Celtics extend their winning streak to 5 games with a 129-116 win over Trail Blazers

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Jayson Tatum had 30 points, nine assists and nine rebounds and the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to five games with a 129-116 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Sam Hauser shot 8 for 10 from long distance and scored 24 points, and Derrick White added 17 points and eight assists for Boston, which …

Wiggins scores 42 points and Heat roll past Hornets 122-105 to snap 10-game losing streak
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3 days, 22 hours ago

Wiggins scores 42 points and Heat roll past Hornets 122-105 to snap 10-game losing streak

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Andrew Wiggins scored 42 points for the second-highest scoring game of his career, Tyler Herro added 29 and the Miami Heat beat the Charlotte Hornets 122-105 on Sunday night to snap a 10-game losing streak. Wiggins had the most points by a Heat player this season — Herro had 40 three times — and finished five shy of …

Cavaliers snap 4-game skid with 120-91 victory over Jazz
4 days, 1 hour ago

Cavaliers snap 4-game skid with 120-91 victory over Jazz

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Jarrett Allen scored 18 points and Donovan Mitchell added 16, helping Cleveland snap a four-game losing streak with a 120-91 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday. Allen bookended the run with a pair of baskets, his second one giving Cleveland a 66-45 lead five minutes into the second half. Takeaways Cavaliers: Cleveland exploited Utah’s poor …

Mavericks hit the road against Nets, await reinforcements
4 days, 6 hours ago

Mavericks hit the road against Nets, await reinforcements

Hindustan Times  

The earth-shattering trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis last month has yet to benefit the Dallas Mavericks. Without three pieces to their frontcourt rotation, the Mavericks avoided their fifth straight loss by shooting 52.5 percent in a 123-117 home win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday. Dinwiddie scored a season-best 31 points for his …

NBA roundup: Bulls rout Lakers in LeBron James’ return
4 days, 15 hours ago

NBA roundup: Bulls rout Lakers in LeBron James’ return

The Hindu  

Coby White, Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey led the hot-shooting Chicago Bulls to a 146-115 win over the host Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night, spoiling the returns of LeBron James and Rui Hachimura. Pacers 108, Nets 103 Tyrese Haliburton returned to the Indiana lineup from a three-game absence to put up 16 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds, and …

Cleveland takes on Utah, looks to halt 4-game skid
5 days, 17 hours ago

Cleveland takes on Utah, looks to halt 4-game skid

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland aims to break its four-game skid with a victory over Utah. TOP PERFORMERS: Collin Sexton is scoring 18.3 points per game and averaging 2.9 rebounds for the Jazz. LAST 10 GAMES: Jazz: 1-9, averaging 112.0 points, 47.3 rebounds, 24.0 assists, 6.5 steals and 3.8 blocks …

Phoenix faces Cleveland after Booker’s 41-point performance
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1 week ago

Phoenix faces Cleveland after Booker’s 41-point performance

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix plays the Cleveland Cavaliers after Devin Booker scored 41 points in the Phoenix Suns’ 127-121 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The Suns average 14.4 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 more made shots on average than the 13.2 per game the Cavaliers allow. LAST 10 GAMES: …

The Kings hand the Cavaliers their 3rd straight loss with a 123-119 win
1 week ago

The Kings hand the Cavaliers their 3rd straight loss with a 123-119 win

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points and the short-handed Sacramento Kings handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their third straight loss with a 123-119 victory on Wednesday night. DeRozan made back-to-back baskets down the stretch to give the Kings a 119-116 lead and they closed it out from there for their second consecutive win following a four-game losing streak. Evan …

NBA roundup: No Stephen Curry, but Warriors stop Bucks
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1 week, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: No Stephen Curry, but Warriors stop Bucks

The Hindu  

Jimmy Butler III scored a game-high 24 points, Brandin Podziemski returned from an injury to hit two key late 3-pointers and the host Golden State Warriors, playing without Stephen Curry, held off the Milwaukee Bucks 104-93 on Tuesday night. Clippers 132, Cavaliers 119 Ivica Zubac scored 28 points and grabbed 20 rebounds, Kawhi Leonard added 33 points and Los Angeles …

Cleveland plays Sacramento, looks for 12th straight road win
1 week, 1 day ago

Cleveland plays Sacramento, looks for 12th straight road win

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Sacramento Kings Sacramento, California; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -5.5; over/under is 234.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland will try to keep its 11-game road win streak alive when the Cavaliers play Sacramento. The Kings’ 12.6 made 3-pointers per game this season are only 0.5 fewer made shots on average than the 13.1 per game the …

Clippers rally past Cavaliers 132-119, handing East leaders a second straight loss
1 week, 1 day ago

Clippers rally past Cavaliers 132-119, handing East leaders a second straight loss

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers handed the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers their second straight loss, 132-119 on Tuesday night. Ivica Zubac had 28 points and 20 rebounds and James Harden added 22 points and nine assists in the Clippers’ fourth straight victory. Takeaways Cavaliers: Despite losing two in a row for the first …

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Magic halts Cavs’ team-record 16-game win streak
1 week, 3 days ago

NBA 2024-25 roundup: Magic halts Cavs’ team-record 16-game win streak

The Hindu  

Paolo Banchero had 24 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists as the visiting Orlando Magic snapped Cleveland’s franchise-record 16-game winning streak, beating the NBA-best Cavaliers 108-103 on Sunday. Lakers 107, Suns 96 Luka Doncic had 33 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, Austin Reaves added 28 points and host Los Angeles snapped a four-game losing streak by beating Phoenix. Damian …

Jackson, Bane lead Grizzlies to 125-91 victory over Miami, Heat’s 7th straight loss
1 week, 4 days ago

Jackson, Bane lead Grizzlies to 125-91 victory over Miami, Heat’s 7th straight loss

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jaren Jackson Jr. had 31 points, Desmond Bane added 22 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists as the Memphis Grizzlies led from start to finish in a 125-91 victory over the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Kel’el Ware led the Heat with 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Bam Adebayo added 18 points. The Grizzlies’ lead reached …

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers notch franchise-record 16th consecutive win
1 week, 5 days ago

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers notch franchise-record 16th consecutive win

The Hindu  

Evan Mobley had 22 points and 11 rebounds, and Darius Garland added 20 points and nine assists to lead the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers to their franchise-record 16th consecutive victory, a 133-124 win Friday over the Memphis Grizzlies. Clippers 121, Hawks 98 James Harden and Kawhi Leonard both scored 25 points to lead Los Angeles past host Atlanta for its fifth …

Cleveland plays Orlando, seeks 17th straight win
1 week, 5 days ago

Cleveland plays Orlando, seeks 17th straight win

Associated Press  

Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland will try to prolong its 16-game win streak with a victory over Orlando. The Cavaliers average 16.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 4.7 more made shots on average than the 11.4 per game the Magic allow. TOP PERFORMERS: Jarrett Allen is scoring 13.6 points per game …

Celtics add to Miami’s misery, pull away in 4th for a 103-91 win over Heat
1 week, 5 days ago

Celtics add to Miami’s misery, pull away in 4th for a 103-91 win over Heat

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jayson Tatum scored 28 points, Jrue Holiday added 25 and the Boston Celtics pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat the freefalling Miami Heat 103-91 on Friday night. The Celtics outscored Miami 25-14 in the fourth quarter and their victory, combined with Atlanta’s loss to the Clippers, clinched a playoff spot for the defending NBA champions. The …

NBA roundup: Stephen Curry sinks 4,000th 3-pointer as Warriors stretch unbeaten run to six
1 week, 6 days ago

NBA roundup: Stephen Curry sinks 4,000th 3-pointer as Warriors stretch unbeaten run to six

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry became the first player in NBA history to make 4,000 career 3-pointers on Thursday as the Golden State Warriors extended their winning streak to a season-best six games with a 130-104 victory over the Sacramento Kings in San Francisco. Bucks 126, Lakers 106 Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 24 points and added 12 rebounds and nine assists to lead Milwaukee …

Cleveland takes road win streak into matchup with Memphis
2 weeks ago

Cleveland takes road win streak into matchup with Memphis

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Memphis Grizzlies Memphis, Tennessee; Friday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland will try to keep its 10-game road win streak intact when the Cavaliers face Memphis. The Cavaliers average 16.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.1 more made shots on average than the 14.0 per game the Grizzlies give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Grizzlies: 5-5, averaging …

West-best Thunder come to home of NBA champs and beat Celtics 118-112
2 weeks ago

West-best Thunder come to home of NBA champs and beat Celtics 118-112

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 and Chet Holmgren had 23 points and 15 rebounds on Wednesday night to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 118-112 victory over the Boston Celtics in a much-anticipated potential NBA Finals preview. The Western Conference-leading Thunder withstood a barrage of Boston 3-pointers — a franchise record 63 attempts in all — to sweep …

NBA Roundup: Cavaliers ties team record with 15th straight win
2 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA Roundup: Cavaliers ties team record with 15th straight win

The Hindu  

Darius Garland had team highs of 30 points and eight assists as Cleveland rallied for a 109-104 victory over the visiting Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, the Cavaliers’ 15th consecutive win. CJ McCollum posted 23 points and seven assists, Trey Murphy III had 21 points, Karlo Matkovic added 15, Jose Alvarado had 14, Bruce Brown scored 12 and Jordan Hawkins added …

No Donovan Mitchell? No problem for Cavaliers as they tie their team record with 15th straight win
2 weeks, 1 day ago

No Donovan Mitchell? No problem for Cavaliers as they tie their team record with 15th straight win

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — The wins and accomplishments keep piling up for the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers. Even with All-Star shooting guard Donovan Mitchell, sixth man De’Andre Hunter and sharpshooter Ty Jerome in street clothes on the bench, the Cavaliers rallied from an 18-point deficit in the second half against the Nets. “Quote, end quote.” Having spent his entire career with Cleveland, Garland …

NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Nets 109-104 for their second 15-game win streak of season
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA-leading Cavaliers beat Nets 109-104 for their second 15-game win streak of season

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — All-Star Darius Garland scored 18 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for a 109-104 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night, matching the longest winning streak in franchise history at 15 games. Jarrett Allen had 23 points and 13 rebounds, and Evan Mobley had 21 points, nine rebounds and …

NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers become sixth team to win 15 straight matches
2 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers become sixth team to win 15 straight matches

India Today  

The Cleveland Cavaliers edged out the Brooklyn Nets in a thriller 109-104 on Tuesday night, March 11th. The Cavaliers extended their winning streak to 15 and became one of the six teams in the NBA's history to achieve such a feat in a single season. With Cameron Johnson and Ziaire Williams contributing 17 and 14 points, they put up a …

Cleveland puts home win streak on the line against Brooklyn
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Cleveland puts home win streak on the line against Brooklyn

Associated Press  

Brooklyn Nets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -18.5; over/under is 225 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland will try to keep its five-game home win streak intact when the Cavaliers face Brooklyn. The Nets average 13.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.2 more makes per game than the Cavaliers allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Cavaliers: 10-0, …

Hornets rally past reeling Heat, who waste another 17-point lead in 105-102 loss
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Hornets rally past reeling Heat, who waste another 17-point lead in 105-102 loss

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Miles Bridges scored 35 points, Mark Williams added 24 points and 10 rebounds and the Charlotte Hornets got their first divisional win of the season by beating the reeling Miami Heat 105-102 on Monday night. Bam Adebayo finished with 23 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists for the Heat, and Tyler Herro finished with 21 for Miami — …

NBA roundup: Oklahoma City Thunder hammers Denver Nuggets for seventh consecutive win
2 weeks, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Oklahoma City Thunder hammers Denver Nuggets for seventh consecutive win

The Hindu  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points to lead Oklahoma City Thunder to its seventh consecutive victory, a 127-103 rout over visiting Denver Nuggets on Sunday. Clippers 111, Kings 110 James Harden scored 29 points, and Kawhi Leonard added 17 with the game-winning basket at the overtime buzzer as Los Angeles helped its playoff prospects by rallying for a victory over visiting …

Cavs’ Atkinson makes his case for Mitchell while praising his team’s depth
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Cavs’ Atkinson makes his case for Mitchell while praising his team’s depth

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson takes issue with the notion that his team doesn’t have a legitimate MVP contender. “It’s the reason we have the best record in the league, because we’re deep,” Atkinson said Sunday after the Cavs beat the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 for their 14th straight victory. That’s when Atkinson made his case for six-time All-Star …

Cavaliers rely on scoring balance to beat Bucks 112-100 for 14th consecutive victory
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Cavaliers rely on scoring balance to beat Bucks 112-100 for 14th consecutive victory

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Max Strus had 17 points to lead a balanced scoring attack as the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 on Sunday night for their 14th consecutive victory. Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 30 points and moved into 50th place on the NBA’s career scoring list. Damian Lillard added 22 points for the Bucks, who were playing for …

NBA roundup: Boston Celtics beats Los Angeles Lakers to extend win streak
2 weeks, 4 days ago

NBA roundup: Boston Celtics beats Los Angeles Lakers to extend win streak

The Hindu  

Jayson Tatum had 40 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists to help the Boston Celtics extend its winning streak to four games by beating the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 111-101 on Saturday night. Nick Smith Jr. scored 19 points and Moussa Diabate added 16 points and 15 rebounds to help the Hornets snap a nine-game losing streak and beat the …

Cavaliers take on the Bucks, look for 14th straight victory
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Cavaliers take on the Bucks, look for 14th straight victory

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cavaliers -8.5; over/under is 237.5 BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland seeks to build upon its 13-game win streak with a victory against Milwaukee. The Bucks average 14.2 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.0 more made shot on average than the 13.2 per game the Cavaliers allow. The Cavaliers …

NBA-leading Cavaliers win 13th straight game, rallying to edge Hornets 118-117
2 weeks, 5 days ago

NBA-leading Cavaliers win 13th straight game, rallying to edge Hornets 118-117

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers rallied for their 13th straight victory, 118-117 over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. Hunter’s contested follow shot with 43 seconds left gave Cleveland the lead for good at 112-110. Jusuf Nurkic added 12 points and 15 rebounds for Charlotte Takeaways Cavaliers: Cleveland has had three winning …

Cavaliers hold off Heat 112-107 to extend winning streak to 12 and clinch playoff spot
3 weeks ago

Cavaliers hold off Heat 112-107 to extend winning streak to 12 and clinch playoff spot

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Darius Garland had 10 assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived some sloppiness in the final two minutes to win their 12th straight game, 112-107 over the banged-up Miami Heat on Wednesday night. The Heat were already missing Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jovic, Kel’el Ware and Andrew Wiggins before Herro came down with a …

Streaking Cavaliers set to face short-handed Heat
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Streaking Cavaliers set to face short-handed Heat

Hindustan Times  

Another month, another streak for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who have won 11 straight heading into a matchup against the visiting Miami Heat on Wednesday. HT Image Cleveland extended its third double-digit winning streak of the season with a 139-117 road victory over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday. "There's the shooting, but they also offensive rebound really well and they can …

NBA roundup: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone
3 weeks, 1 day ago

NBA roundup: Lakers win as LeBron James hits milestone

The Hindu  

LeBron James scored 34 points on a milestone night and Luka Doncic added 30 points and 15 assists as Los Angeles Lakers celebrated with a 136-115 victory over the visiting New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday. Jaxson Hayes scored 19 points and pulled down 10 rebounds as Los Angeles won its seventh consecutive game despite playing the past three without Rui …

Cleveland Cavaliers clinch playoff spot after beating Miami Heat for 12th consecutive win
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Cleveland Cavaliers clinch playoff spot after beating Miami Heat for 12th consecutive win

CNN  

CNN — The NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers clinched the first playoff spot of the season after holding off the shorthanded Miami Heat 112-107 at home Wednesday night. Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell had a team-high 26 points to go along with seven rebounds and five assists, as the Cavs picked up their 12th consecutive victory to improve to 52-10. … But we …

Struggling Heat need to regain past form vs. Wizards
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Struggling Heat need to regain past form vs. Wizards

Hindustan Times  

Playing the second leg of a back-to-back, the Miami Heat look to rebound from an overtime loss when they host the Washington Wizards on Monday. Versatile wing Jaime Jaquez Jr., who is averaging 9.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game while also serving as one of Miami's top defenders, missed Sunday's game with an ankle injury. Since joining …

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers edge Portland Trail Blazers with De’Andre Hunter’s late 3 in OT
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

NBA roundup: Cleveland Cavaliers edge Portland Trail Blazers with De’Andre Hunter’s late 3 in OT

The Hindu  

De’Andre Hunter made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 30.8 seconds remaining in overtime, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a stunning 133-129 victory over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Thunder 146, Spurs 132 Jalen Williams poured in a career-high 41 points to go with seven assists and six rebounds as visiting Oklahoma City dominated the second half in beating San …

Cavs rally to beat Blazers in OT for 10th straight NBA victory
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Cavs rally to beat Blazers in OT for 10th straight NBA victory

Hindustan Times  

The Cleveland Cavaliers erased an 18-point deficit to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 133-129 in an NBA overtime thriller and boost their league-best record with a 10th straight victory Sunday, as Boston defeated Denver in a clash of the past two champions. HT Image De'Andre Hunter, getting a starting nod as Cavs star Donovan Mitchell rested, scored 18 of his …

NBA roundup: Donovan Mitchell scores 41 points and leads Cavaliers past Celtics
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

NBA roundup: Donovan Mitchell scores 41 points and leads Cavaliers past Celtics

The Hindu  

Donovan Mitchell scored 41 points, including 26 in the second half, as the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers extended its winning streak to nine games by beating the Boston Celtics 123-116 Friday night in a matchup of the Eastern Conference’s top teams. Lakers 106, Clippers 102 Luka Doncic scored 31 points, and LeBron James added 28 points with 13 rebounds as the …

Cavaliers’ comeback win over Celtics give them confidence they can compete with defending champs
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cavaliers’ comeback win over Celtics give them confidence they can compete with defending champs

Associated Press  

BOSTON — With Celtics fans in a frenzy throughout TD Garden after the Boston Celtics blitzed to a 25-3 lead over the Cavaliers in the final matchup of Eastern Conference frontrunners, Cleveland star Donovan Mitchell didn’t panic. And we did.” What followed was three quarters of frenetic basketball that concluded with 41 points by Mitchell and a breakout night by …

Mitchell scores 41, Cavaliers overcome 22-point deficit to beat the Celtics 123-116
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Mitchell scores 41, Cavaliers overcome 22-point deficit to beat the Celtics 123-116

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Donovan Mitchell scored 41 points, including 12 in the fourth quarter, to help the Cleveland Cavaliers rally from 22 points down and stun the Boston Celtics 123-116 on Friday night in the final regular-season meeting of the Eastern Conference’s top two teams. Jaylen Brown added 37 points, marking the first time Boston’s top stars both posted 30-point games …

LeBron James powers the Lakers to 4th straight victory, 111-102 over the Timberwolves
3 weeks, 6 days ago

LeBron James powers the Lakers to 4th straight victory, 111-102 over the Timberwolves

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James had 33 points and 17 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers won their fourth straight game, holding off the Minnesota Timberwolves 111-102 on Thursday night. The Timberwolves were able to rally back despite All-Star guard Anthony Edwards being ejected with 5:27 remaining in the third quarter after picking up his second technical foul. Takeaways Timberwolves: …

Cavaliers at Celtics: How to watch Friday night’s battle between the East’s top teams
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Cavaliers at Celtics: How to watch Friday night’s battle between the East’s top teams

New York Times  

We’ve got a potential conference finals preview in Friday night primetime, with the dominant Cleveland Cavaliers shipping up to Boston and trying the defending champion Celtics. How to watch Cleveland Cavaliers at Boston Celtics Venue: TD Garden — Boston TD Garden — Boston Time: 7:30 p.m. They will reach repeat offender status on the luxury tax scale, regardless of the …

NBA Roundup: Detroit Pistons beats Boston Celtics for eighth straight win
1 month ago

NBA Roundup: Detroit Pistons beats Boston Celtics for eighth straight win

The Hindu  

Malik Beasley scored 26 points in 22 minutes off the bench and the host Detroit Pistons extended its winning streak to eight games by cooling off the Boston Celtics 117-97 on Wednesday. Knicks 110, 76ers 105 Jalen Brunson scored nine unanswered points late in the fourth quarter for host New York Knicks, which squandered all of a 19-point lead before …

Cleveland takes road win streak into matchup with Boston
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1 month ago

Cleveland takes road win streak into matchup with Boston

Associated Press  

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics Boston; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Cleveland visits Boston looking to continue its six-game road winning streak. The Celtics are shooting 46.1% from the field this season, 0.8 percentage points higher than the 45.3% the Cavaliers allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Celtics: 8-2, averaging 115.0 points, 45.6 rebounds, 26.5 assists, 5.7 steals and …

Detroit faces Boston, looks for 8th straight win
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1 month ago

Detroit faces Boston, looks for 8th straight win

Associated Press  

Boston Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons Detroit; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -3.5; over/under is 225.5 BOTTOM LINE: Detroit comes into a matchup against Boston as winners of seven games in a row. Boston ranks last in the NBA scoring 12.1 fast break points per game. The Celtics average 117.2 points per game, 3.9 more than the 113.3 …

Cavaliers rout Magic 122-82 for their 8th straight win
1 month ago

Cavaliers rout Magic 122-82 for their 8th straight win

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Ty Jerome scored 20 points in 21 minutes, and the Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Orlando Magic 122-82 on Tuesday night for their eighth consecutive win. Takeaways Cavaliers: The Cavs, who lost all three of their first-round playoff games in Orlando in April, matched their victory total from all of last season. Key moment Jerome hit two 3-pointers …

Hawks allow their fewest points in nearly 4 years, shut down Heat 98-86
1 month ago

Hawks allow their fewest points in nearly 4 years, shut down Heat 98-86

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Trae Young had 11 points and 14 assists, and the Atlanta Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 98-86 victory over the Miami Heat on Monday night. The Hawks allowed their fewest points since a 100-82 victory over Cleveland on March 14, 2021, and moved past Miami into eighth place in the Eastern Conference. Key moment With …

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