The Cleveland Cavaliers continued their impressive run with a hard-fought 105-100 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with Evan Mobley delivering a stellar performance.

Mobley’s dominance on both ends of the floor proved decisive in a game that showcased Cleveland’s growing confidence. The young center’s performance was complemented by Donovan Mitchell, who contributed significantly to the win, demonstrating his scoring prowess and playmaking ability.

The Nets, led by Cameron Johnson’s solid showing, stayed competitive throughout the contest but ultimately couldn’t overcome the Cavaliers’ balanced attack. Dennis Schröder provided a spark for Brooklyn, though it wasn’t enough to prevent their fourth loss in recent meetings with Cleveland.

Darius Garland continued his steady play for the Cavaliers, while orchestrating the offense alongside Mitchell. The duo’s chemistry was evident as they navigated through Brooklyn’s defense auspiciously, which struggled to contain Cleveland’s multi-faceted attack.

The Cavaliers’ shooting efficiency proved crucial, as they converted 54% of their field goal attempts compared to the Nets’ 45%. However, Brooklyn showed resilience on the boards, securing 36 rebounds to Cleveland’s 33, with Nic Claxton playing a key role in the paint.

This victory, witnessed by 19,432 fans, strengthens Cleveland’s position atop the Eastern Conference standings, where they’ve established themselves as legitimate contenders. The win marks their fifth consecutive victory, improving their impressive record and maintaining their momentum in the conference race.

For Brooklyn, currently sitting in seventh place in the East with a .400 winning percentage, this loss highlights their ongoing struggles to find consistency in what has become a challenging season.