The Cleveland Cavaliers are making history with a perfect start to their 2024-25 NBA season, becoming only the eighth team in NBA history to win their first 12 games. In their latest triumph, they defeated the Chicago Bulls 119-113 in a thrilling comeback victory, showing resilience and team spirit.
Cleveland Cavaliers’ Historic 12-0 Start to the NBA Season
The Cavaliers’ victory over the Bulls is their 12th straight win, tying them for the best start to an NBA season since the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors, who set a record with 24 consecutive wins. Despite facing a nine-point deficit in the third quarter, Cleveland fought back with determination, holding off Chicago’s late push to secure the win.
Mitchell Leads Cavaliers in Victory Over Bulls
Donovan Mitchell was the standout player for the Cavaliers, scoring 36 points and contributing five assists. Mitchell’s performance was crucial in the Cavaliers’ comeback, and he highlighted the team’s collective effort: “It was a complete team win. Every night it’s somebody different. We’re playing for each other, being selfless. We’ve got to keep it going.”
Five other Cavaliers players also scored in double figures, showcasing the depth of the team. Mitchell’s leadership on and off the court has been vital to the team’s success.
The Bulls, led by Zach LaVine’s 26 points, fought hard but couldn’t overcome Cleveland’s offensive firepower. Coby White and Nikola Vucevic added 20 points each for the Bulls, but their efforts weren’t enough to stop the Cavaliers, who are now 12-0.
Elsewhere, the San Antonio Spurs earned a dominant 116-96 win over the Sacramento Kings, with Victor Wembanyama contributing 34 points, 14 rebounds, and six assists. The Oklahoma City Thunder bounced back from their recent defeat with a 134-128 win over the Los Angeles Clippers, powered by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s career-high 45 points.
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