Sat Mar 15 23:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Cavs Extend Win Streak to Franchise Record; West Playoff Race Heats Up

**March 15, 2025** – The Cleveland Cavaliers have made NBA history, extending their winning streak to a franchise-record 16 games. This marks the second time this season they’ve achieved this feat. Their latest victory, a 133-124 win over the Memphis Grizzlies, came despite the absence of leading scorer Donovan Mitchell and a 44-point performance from Ja Morant. Meanwhile, the Western Conference playoff race intensified with several key matchups.

The Denver Nuggets climbed to second in the West after edging the Los Angeles Lakers 131-126 in a thrilling finish. Jamal Murray’s late three-pointer secured the win for Denver, who played without LeBron James and Luka Dončić. Elsewhere in the West, the Houston Rockets continued their hot streak, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 133-96, while the Los Angeles Clippers dominated the Atlanta Hawks 121-98. The Phoenix Suns also stayed in the Play-In hunt, beating the Sacramento Kings 122-106.

In other news, the Boston Celtics clinched a playoff berth with a 103-91 win over the Miami Heat, while the Indiana Pacers pulled even with the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference standings after defeating the Philadelphia Sixers 112-100. The Charlotte Hornets set a franchise record with 26 three-pointers in a 145-134 victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

Tonight’s action features a primetime matchup on ABC between the Golden State Warriors and the New York Knicks, where Stephen Curry, who recently became the NBA’s all-time leading three-point scorer, continues his quest for more milestones. A free preview of NBA League Pass is also available, highlighting several games featuring top MVP candidates.

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