The Cleveland Cavaliers stunned the Golden State Warriors with a commanding 136-117 victory Thursday night, extending their perfect season start to 10-0. Led by Darius Garland’s impressive 27 points and Evan Mobley’s 23, the Cavaliers became the first team in NBA history to score 110 or more points and win each of their first ten games. Cleveland’s explosive offense has now shattered records, igniting excitement among fans and positioning the Cavaliers as early season favorites.
Thursday’s game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse saw Cleveland reaching a historic 41-point halftime lead, tying the eighth-largest halftime margin in the NBA’s shot clock era. This record-breaking lead was propelled by Garland’s early 3-pointers and Mobley’s inside play, securing an 83-42 advantage by halftime. Ty Jerome contributed 13 of his 20 points before the half, sealing the Cavaliers’ dominance over a road-weary Warriors squad.
Warriors’ Winning Streak Ends as Cavaliers Excel
The Warriors, coming off a five-game winning streak, showed signs of fatigue during their fourth road stop. Golden State’s Jonathan Kuminga led with 21 points, while Stephen Curry added 12 points but struggled with six turnovers. Draymond Green, who was limited to 21 minutes, faced foul trouble, contributing six points and six assists as the Warriors’ usually potent lineup fell short against Cleveland’s relentless scoring.
Despite an off night from All-Star Donovan Mitchell, who managed only 12 points with four turnovers, the Cavaliers demonstrated depth and efficiency. Cleveland’s ability to maintain high scores across games showcases a balanced team effort, even on nights when star players don’t shine.
Cavaliers Aim to Continue Record-Breaking Season
The Cavaliers’ 10-0 start not only sets a franchise record but also highlights their dominant presence in the NBA this season. Their next game against the Brooklyn Nets on November 9 will test their ability to sustain this momentum. The Warriors, meanwhile, head to Oklahoma City on November 10, aiming to recover after a tough loss.
With each team’s unbeaten records in home and away games on the line, the Cavaliers’ win over the Warriors marks only the 21st time in NBA history that two undefeated teams at this point in the season have clashed.
With report from Briane Nebria
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