The Cleveland Cavaliers secured a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks with a score of 118-106 on November 17 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. This game marked the second encounter of the season between the two teams, with Cleveland having triumphed in their first meeting by a close margin of 118-113. The win extended the Cavaliers’ winning streak against the Bucks to seven games, dating back to the 2023-24 season.
Cavaliers Show Strong Performance
The Cavaliers, now standing at 10-5, displayed an impressive offensive performance led by guard Donovan Mitchell. He scored a game-high 37 points and contributed seven assists and five rebounds. Sam Merrill also played a crucial role, adding 20 points, while forward Evan Mobley recorded 14 points, six rebounds, and six assists.
Bucks Struggle Without Antetokounmpo
The Bucks, holding a record of 8-7, experienced challenges during the game, particularly after losing star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo at halftime due to a groin injury. Despite this setback, guard Ryan Rollins led Milwaukee with 24 points.
Game Highlights
- Donovan Mitchell scored crucial points in the final minutes, including a key dunk.
- Cleveland executed an effective 8-0 run to establish a comfortable lead.
- Sam Merrill’s 3-point shooting was crucial, making 6 of 9 attempts.
- The Cavaliers dominated the paint, with significant contributions from their forwards.
First Quarter Observations
Initially, the Bucks had the upper hand, building a 14-point lead early in the game. However, the Cavaliers gradually closed the gap, trailing 33-26 at the end of the first quarter. The standout players included Mitchell for the Cavs, who scored 14 points, and Antetokounmpo, who netted 11 points for the Bucks.
City Edition Uniform Debut
This game also marked the debut of the Cavaliers’ City Edition uniform and court design, inspired by Cleveland’s culture and landscape. The Cavaliers emphasized this design as a reimagining of their iconic “Land” uniform, celebrating the natural beauty of Northeast Ohio.
Upcoming Games
The Cavaliers will wear their City Edition uniforms for five additional games this season, with upcoming matches against teams including the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks.
Viewing Information
Fans can watch the Cavaliers’ games on Peacock for national broadcasts, or via the FanDuel Sports Network locally. Additionally, local radio coverage is available on WTAM (1100-AM) and WMMS (100.7-FM).
