Cavs Rout Warriors To Extend Best Start In NBA History

The Cleveland Cavaliers achieved a new team milestone by establishing a 41-point lead at half-time, leading to a 136-117 victory over the Golden State Warriors. This win marked their tenth consecutive victory, setting a franchise record for the best start in team history. Despite Donovan Mitchell scoring only 12 points, other players like Darius Garland and Evan Mobley stepped up significantly.

The Cavaliers became the first NBA team to begin a season with ten straight wins while scoring at least 110 points in each game. Darius Garland contributed 27 points, hitting six of eleven from beyond the arc. Evan Mobley added 23 points in just 26 minutes. Jarrett Allen also made an impact with 13 points and 12 rebounds, while Ty Jerome scored 20 points off the bench.

Golden State's Jonathan Kuminga led his team with 21 points, and Brandin Podziemski added 14 points and seven rebounds. The Cavaliers started strong with a 20-2 run and maintained their momentum throughout the game. By half-time, they had an impressive 83-42 lead, tying their franchise record for most points in a half.

The Phoenix Suns continued their winning streak by defeating the Dallas Mavericks 114-113 on the road. Jusuf Nurkic played a crucial role by scoring the final five points for Phoenix, including a decisive free throw with less than a second remaining. Nurkic ended the game with 15 points and ten rebounds, while Kevin Durant led with 26 points.

Luka Dončić scored 30 points for Dallas but missed a potential game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer. Kyrie Irving added 29 points for the Mavericks, who have been inconsistent lately. Despite trailing at half-time, Dallas took a brief lead before Phoenix rallied back.

Thunder's Dominant Performance

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a commanding win over the Houston Rockets with a score of 126-107. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren each scored 29 points to help Oklahoma City recover from their previous loss to Denver. The Thunder effectively contained Houston's top scorers, limiting Jalen Green to just 14 points.

After an evenly matched first quarter, Oklahoma City took control in the second quarter by outscoring Houston significantly. This performance allowed them to enter half-time with a comfortable lead of 75-51. The Thunder maintained their advantage throughout the second half.

Cleveland's remarkable start to the season has placed them among elite company in NBA history. Their ability to consistently score over 110 points per game has set them apart from previous teams that began seasons strongly. Meanwhile, both Phoenix and Oklahoma City continue to impress in their respective conferences with solid performances and strategic gameplay.