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The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 118-113 in their home opener. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 24 points, including key baskets in the fourth quarter. Evan Mobley had a standout performance with 23 points, going a perfect 12-for-12 from the free-throw line, a feat last accomplished by LeBron James for the Cavs in 2014. Giannis Antetokounmpo nearly had a triple-double for the Bucks with 40 points and 14 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Cavaliers, who held on despite a late Bucks rally. The Cavaliers improved to 2-1, while the Bucks were missing key players due to injuries and illness.

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Cavaliers Defend Home Court, Hold Off Bucks Rally in Thrilling Victory

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell’s clutch performance and Evan Mobley’s flawless free-throw shooting propelled the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 118-113 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in their home opener Sunday night.

Mitchell scored 24 points, including 10 crucial points in the fourth quarter to hold of Bucks. Mobley added 23 points and was a perfect 12-for-12 from the free-throw line, becoming the first Cavalier since LeBron James in 2014 to achieve that feat with that many attempts. Sam Merrill chipped in with 17 points, and De’Andre Hunter, returning from injury, added 16 as the Cavaliers won their second straight game.

The Bucks, playing without key players like Kyle Kuzma and Cole Anthony, were led by Giannis Antetokounmpo’s near triple-double of 40 points and 14 rebounds. AJ Green added 20 points for Milwaukee.

Cleveland built a commanding 18-point lead in the third quarter, but the Bucks stormed back, tying the game at 98 with 6:54 remaining. The Cavaliers responded with a 7-0 run, sparked by Hunter’s jumper, Lonzo Ball’s three-pointer, and Mitchell’s basket. A late surge by the Bucks brought them within two points, but Mobley sealed the victory with two free throws in the closing seconds.

“We had to stay composed,” said coach John Beilein. “Milwaukee is a tough team, and Giannis is a force, so we needed to make sure we stayed locked in on the defensive end.”

The Cavaliers (2-1) will look to continue their winning streak on Monday night when they travel to face the Detroit Pistons. The Bucks (1-2) will host the New York Knicks on Tuesday.

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