Sat Dec 07 17:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Cavaliers’ Hot Shooting Sinks Nuggets Despite Jokic Triple-Double

**CLEVELAND, OH** – The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Denver Nuggets 126-114 Thursday night, fueled by a record-breaking shooting performance and strong contributions from Donovan Mitchell (28 points) and Darius Garland (24 points). The Cavs set a new season high with 22 three-pointers, extending their streak of at least 10 three-pointers made to a franchise-record 28 games. Their 66-18 advantage from beyond the arc proved decisive.

Despite a remarkable triple-double from Nikola Jokic (27 points, 20 rebounds, 11 assists), his 139th career triple-double, the Nuggets’ defense couldn’t contain Cleveland’s offensive firepower. Jokic’s performance, surpassing Magic Johnson’s career total, was overshadowed by the Cavaliers’ dominant shooting display. Caris LeVert added 21 points off the bench, while Evan Mobley scored 20 and Jarrett Allen grabbed 15 rebounds for Cleveland, who remain undefeated at home (13-1) and boast a 5-0 record against Western Conference opponents. Michael Porter Jr. (24 points) and Jamal Murray (19 points) led the scoring for Denver.

The game saw a lucky fan win $10,000 with a half-court shot during the intermission.

Nuggets coach Michael Malone expressed concern over the heavy minutes played by Jokic (37.6 minutes per game this season), emphasizing the need to manage the three-time MVP’s workload. The Nuggets face the Washington Wizards on Saturday, while the Cavaliers have upcoming games against Charlotte and Miami.

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