Cleveland Cavaliers Secure Narrow Home Opener Win Over Milwaukee Bucks

The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a 118-113 win against the Milwaukee Bucks in their home opener, highlighted by Donovan Mitchell's 24 points and Evan Mobley's flawless 12-for-12 free throw shooting alongside 23 points. De'Andre Hunter returned from injury to contribute 16 points, while Sam Merrill continued his impressive shooting streak with 17 points. The Bucks were led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, who scored 40 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, and AJ Green, who added 20 points despite missing key players due to injury. The Cavaliers built a significant lead mid-game, but Milwaukee rallied late, closing the gap to two points before Mobley sealed the victory with clutch free throws. This win marked Cleveland's second straight after an opening loss, emphasizing their resilience and teamwork. The Bucks are set to host the New York Knicks in their next matchup.