Cavaliers Improve to 11-0 with Win

The Cleveland Cavaliers achieved a historic 11-0 start to their NBA season after a dramatic 105-100 comeback victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Evan Mobley led the Cavaliers with 23 points and 16 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell added 22 points. The Cavaliers, who trailed by 14 points in the third quarter, surged in the final period, outscoring the Nets 35-18. Darius Garland played a crucial role, scoring eight of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, including two free throws that gave Cleveland the lead for good. The win marked a significant moment for head coach Kenny Atkinson, who faced his former team for the first time since being dismissed in 2020. Despite the loss, the Nets showed resilience with strong performances from Cam Johnson, Dennis Schröder, and Cam Thomas, who each scored in the 20s.