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The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a thrilling 118-113 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in their home opener, marking the Bucks’ first defeat of the season. Key contributions came from De’Andre Hunter and Sam Merrill, along with a strong late-game performance by Donovan Mitchell. Giannis Antetokounmpo led all scorers with 40 points for the Bucks, but the Cavaliers’ resilience and clutch play sealed the win. The Cavaliers will next face the Detroit Pistons.
Cleveland (National) – The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a thrilling 118-113 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in their home opener on Sunday. This win marked the Cavaliers’ first defeat of the Bucks this season and showcased significant performances from several players, especially in the closing moments of the game.
Forward De’Andre Hunter made a notable return to the starting lineup after missing the first two games of the season. He contributed 16 points and grabbed 4 rebounds during the match, reinvigorating the Cavaliers’ lineup. Meanwhile, guard Sam Merrill continued to demonstrate his promising form by scoring 17 points and shooting 44.4% from three-point range.
The game commenced with Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. sinking a mid-range shot for the first basket. Cleveland quickly responded, finding easy points inside the paint but struggled initially from beyond the arc. Merrill provided the Cavaliers’ only two three-pointers in the first quarter as the team battled to find their rhythm. By the end of the game, the Bucks had made 13 of their 33 attempts from three-point range, while Cleveland managed only 30% from long distance.
Giannis Antetokounmpo was a standout player for the Bucks, leading all scorers with 40 points and pulling down 14 rebounds. His strong presence and ability to drive to the basket were evident throughout the game. Last season, Antetokounmpo had averaged over 32 points per game against the Cavaliers, and his performance on Sunday continued to establish him as a major force on the court. Additionally, Bucks guard A.J. Green added to the score with 20 points, hitting 4 of 7 attempts from three-point range.
Cavaliers’ star Donovan Mitchell had a rocky start, struggling in the first half. However, he finished with a total of 24 points, including 10 crucial points in the fourth quarter, helping to stabilize the team’s late-game performance. Mitchell also contributed 3 rebounds and 4 assists. Alongside him, Evan Mobley ended the game with 23 points, and the duo of Mobley and Mitchell combined for an impressive 47 points, proving to be vital in driving the Cavaliers’ offense.
As the match unfolded, the Cavaliers built an 18-point lead, but the Bucks fought back, trimming the lead down to just a few points late in the third quarter. Tension mounted as the game neared its conclusion, but the Cavaliers managed to pull away in the clutch and secure the victory. This win demonstrates the Cavaliers’ resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
The Cavaliers’ next challenge awaits as they are scheduled to face off against the Detroit Pistons on the following Monday at 7 p.m. The game will be broadcast on Peacock, providing fans with continued access to the Cavaliers’ efforts as they seek further success this season.
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