Cavaliers Extend Winning Streak to 12 With Hard-Fought Victory Over Raptors

Young Stars Lead the Charge as Cleveland Remains Unbeaten

The Cleveland Cavaliers made it 12 straight wins to start the season with a hard-fought 116-104 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Darius Garland led the way with 29 points and 8 assists, while Evan Mobley added 19 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 blocks. Cleveland's win is their best start to a season since the 2017-18 team won 13 straight to open the year.

Garland and Mobley Impress Again:

Garland and Mobley continued their impressive starts to the season against the Raptors. Garland was efficient from the field, shooting 10-of-19, and he also dished out 8 assists. Mobley was a force on both ends of the court, scoring 19 points on 8-of-13 shooting and adding 10 rebounds, 5 blocks, and 3 steals.

Defense Shines in the Second Half:

The Cavaliers' defense was impressive in the second half, holding the Raptors to just 43 points. They forced 10 turnovers in the half and held Toronto to just 33.3% shooting from the field. The Raptors made just 5 of their 21 three-point attempts in the second half.

Cavaliers' Historic Start:

The Cavaliers' 12-0 start is their best since the 2017-18 team won 13 straight to open the year. That team went on to reach the NBA Finals, so there is reason for optimism in Cleveland. The Cavaliers have a young and talented roster led by Garland, Mobley, and Jarrett Allen, and they are looking like a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference.

Can the Cavaliers Keep it Going?

The Cavaliers have a tough schedule ahead of them in the coming weeks, with games against the Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Bucks, and Philadelphia 76ers. But if they can continue to play with the same intensity and focus that they have shown so far this season, they have a good chance of continuing their winning ways.

Conclusion:

The Cavaliers are now 12-0, but how long can their historic season-opening winning streak last? Only time will tell, but this young team has shown that they have what it takes to be a contender in the Eastern Conference.