The Cleveland Cavaliers (24-15) routed the Milwaukee Bucks (28-13) 135-95, capitalizing on the absence of superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, who sat out with a bruised right shoulder.
Donovan Mitchell led the charge for the Cavaliers with 31 points, contributing to their season-best six-game winning streak.
Georges Niang emerged as a crucial force for Cleveland, making 13 of 14 shots and notching a career-high 33 points, with 20 coming in the first half.
Jarrett Allen continued his stellar performance with a double-double, scoring 21 points and grabbing 13 rebounds, marking his 10th consecutive double-double.
Milwaukee, seeking someone to step up in Antetokounmpo’s absence, faced a scoring struggle. Damian Lillard led the Bucks with 17 points, while Khris Middleton had a challenging night, managing only two points on a 1-of-10 shooting performance.
The Cavaliers, already dealing with injuries to key players Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, showcased their resilience and depth.
