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Cavaliers Survive a Late Nets Rally to Win Home Opener 125-121
- On Saturday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Brooklyn Nets 125-121 in their home opener at Rocket Arena, led by Donovan Mitchell's 22 points and Jarrett Allen's 21 points.
- Cleveland built a 22-point lead early in the fourth quarter before Brooklyn staged a dramatic rally, outscoring the Cavaliers 41-29 in the final frame to nearly steal the victory.
- Michael Porter Jr. led the Nets with 28 points and Julius Randle added 23, while Evan Mobley contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds for the Cavaliers in the balanced offensive showcase.
- Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson called the close finish "teaching moments," while Sam Merrill sealed the win with late free throws as Brooklyn's comeback fell just short.
- Brooklyn drops to 0-2 on the season and will host the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, while Cleveland bounced back from a season-opening loss in Philadelphia.
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Cavaliers survive a late Nets rally to win home opener 125-121
Donovan Mitchell scored 22 points, Jarrett Allen added 21 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers won their home opener, 125-121 over the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday night. Evan Mobley added 20 points and 10 rebounds for the Cavaliers, who bounced back…
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