CLEVELAND — In an impressive display, the Cleveland Cavaliers secured a 122-108 victory against the Toronto Raptors, bolstered by the exceptional performances of Donovan Mitchell and Ty Jerome, who both contributed 26 points to the team’s impressive record of 17-1. This victory also marks the Cavaliers’ continued dominance at home, where they maintain a perfect record, going 10-0 for the first time since the 2017-18 season, coinciding with a streak of 13 wins at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
Jarrett Allen further solidified the Cavaliers’ strong showing with 23 points and 13 rebounds, while Evan Mobley supported the team with a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds. On the opposing side, the Raptors have struggled, particularly on the road, with Scottie Barnes and Gradey Dick each highlighting the effort with 18 points. RJ Barrett, returning to the lineup after an 11-game absence due to a fractured orbital bone, added 16 points, and Jakob Poeltl was a force on the boards with 18 rebounds.
Jerome’s performance continues to impress, as he has emerged as a key player for the Cavaliers after spending nearly the entire last season sidelined with an ankle injury. His recent career-high score of 29 points in the previous game set high expectations for his contribution in this match.
The Raptors demonstrated moments of promise during the game, but ultimately fell short due to critical mistakes that allowed the Cavaliers to maintain control. As the game progressed, Dick was sidelined in the second half due to discomfort in his left calf, adding to Toronto’s challenges.
A pivotal moment came as the Raptors entered the fourth quarter down by six points. Mitchell took charge, scoring seven consecutive points, which included a crucial three-pointer from Jerome that extended the Cavaliers’ lead significantly, illustrating the team’s ability to seize key moments in the game.
Another noteworthy statistic from the game was Allen’s impressive field-goal percentage of .685, placing him second in the league, just behind Dallas’ Daniel Gafford at .708.
Looking forward, the Raptors’ trip continues as they head to Detroit for their next match, while the Cavaliers prepare to face the Atlanta Hawks at home on Wednesday.