Cleveland Takes on Washington Following Overtime Win
Evan Mobley scored 24 points as Cleveland erased a 13-point deficit and stretched its winning streak against Washington to 17 games.
- Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa makes his NBA debut against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, starting at Rocket Arena after being upgraded to available.
- Dybantsa sat out the team's first four games after suffering a sprained left ankle on Oct. 16 during the preseason finale against the New Orleans Pelicans. Coach Brian Keefe confirmed the rookie will operate under a minutes restriction.
- Washington also announced Wednesday that forward Justin Champagnie underwent surgery to repair a right foot fracture sustained during Monday's game against Charlotte. The Wizards enter with a 2-2 record.
- Cleveland, currently 2-1, recently secured a 127-125 overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with rookie guard Meleek Thomas impressing in his regular-season debut. The Cavs hold a 16-game winning streak against Washington.
- Broadcast coverage is available via WTAM 1100-AM, WMMS 100.7-FM, or La Mega Cleveland. The teams face each other twice more during the 2026-27 regular season, with matchups scheduled for December.
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NBA: Evan Mobley, Cavaliers spoil AJ Dybantsa's Wizards debut
Evan Mobley scored 24 points and Peyton Watson had a season-high 22 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the visiting Washington Wizards 121-111, spoiling the NBA debut of top overall draft pick AJ Dybantsa on Wednesday night.
The Cleveland Cavaliers surpassed Washington 121-111 with outstanding performances by Mobley and Watson, dating back to the second half.Dybantsa, a debutant and first pick of the draft, led the Wizards with 19 points, setting a record for the team's novices at their premiere.
AJ Dybantsa flashes for Wizards in NBA debut
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