CLEVELAND — In an impressive victory, Evan Mobley tallied 25 points, and Donovan Mitchell contributed 24 points, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a dominant 134-110 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the return of LeBron James to Cleveland, alongside his son, Bronny.

This victory is a significant milestone for the Cavaliers, as it is their first 5-0 start since the 2016-17 season, which was also when LeBron was part of the team. The current achievement marks only the third time in the franchise’s history that they have started a season with five consecutive wins. As the minutes ticked down, Bronny made his professional debut again with a little over five minutes remaining. The young James scored his first NBA points with a 14-foot jumper, igniting the crowd at the arena where he grew up.

In addition to Mobley and Mitchell’s strong performances, Jarrett Allen also excelled, securing 20 points along with 17 rebounds for the Cavaliers. On the Lakers’ side, LeBron James posted 26 points, while Anthony Davis added 22 points and 13 rebounds. Unfortunately for the Lakers, they struggled to reduce Cleveland’s lead after falling behind by 23 in the first half.

Observations from the game highlight that the Lakers faced a challenging start, resulting in their second consecutive defeat under first-year head coach JJ Redick, who is still familiarizing himself with the team dynamics. For the Cavaliers, the team is demonstrating a quicker pace this season. New head coach Kenny Atkinson has emphasized the importance of ball movement and a more aggressive offensive approach.

A key moment in the matchup came during the first quarter when Mitchell sank two consecutive three-pointers, part of a streak where the Cavaliers nailed four three-point shots within just 1:45, establishing a 19-point lead by the end of the first period.

The stats of the evening showcased Caris LeVert stepping up from the bench early after Darius Garland picked up two quick fouls, finishing the game with 16 points and six assists. Despite the loss, LeBron continues to boast a strong record against the Cavaliers, sporting a 19-4 record in games against them while playing for Miami and Los Angeles.

Looking ahead, the Lakers will continue their road trip on Friday with a game in Toronto, while the Cavaliers will host the Magic, revisiting last year’s Eastern Conference playoff series, also scheduled for Friday.