Cavs Hold Off Raptors In Cleveland
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the visiting Toronto Raptors, 105-102, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Sunday evening.

The game got out to a competitive start as the Raptors held a, 28-25, lead after one quarter. The Cavs grabbed a brief lead in the second, but the Raptors rushed back in front for a 10-point advantage by halftime. The Cavs came out on another level in the third and outscored the visitors, 32-20, in the quarter to claim a two-point edge heading into the final frame. Both sides brought a strong effort in the fourth, but the Cavs stayed a step ahead down the stretch to close out the home win.

Darius Garland led the Cavs with 24 points, two rebounds and eight assists, in 41 minutes. Max Strus followed up with 20 points, 11 rebounds, five assists and a block, while Jarrett Allen totaled 18 points, four rebounds, three assists and two blocks.

Meanwhile, Pascal Siakam and Jakob Poeltl totaled 18 points each to lead the Raptors. Dennis Schroder and Scottie Barnes followed up with 15 points each, while Gary Trent chipped in 13 points, off the bench.

The Raptors (8-9) will look to bounce back as they take on the Nets in Brooklyn on Tuesday. The Cavaliers (9-8) play host to the Hawks on Tuesday.
Posted on: 11/26/2023 8:32 PM
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