Cavaliers' Winning Streak Halted by Sixers in High-Scoring NBA Clash
The Cleveland Cavaliers faced the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, January 24, 2025, in a highly anticipated NBA matchup. Despite the Cavaliers’ league-best record of 36-7, they fell short in a high-scoring game, losing 132-129 to the Sixers, who snapped a seven-game losing streak.
The game was marked by exceptional three-point shooting from the Sixers, who went 21-of-39 (53.8%) from beyond the arc. Paul George led the charge with 30 points, while Tyrese Maxey added 29 points and Kelly Oubre Jr. contributed 22 points and 13 rebounds. The Cavaliers, despite strong performances from Donovan Mitchell (37 points, 7 assists) and Darius Garland (26 points, 7 assists), couldn’t overcome Philadelphia’s offensive onslaught.
The Cavaliers were without key players Evan Mobley, Isaac Okoro, and Caris LeVert due to injuries, and Dean Wade exited the game in the second half with a knee injury. These absences left Cleveland thin in the frontcourt, and Jarrett Allen struggled to make an impact, scoring just 8 points. Ty Jerome provided a spark off the bench with a perfect 8-of-8 from three-point range, finishing with 33 points, but his late-game turnover cost the Cavs a chance to tie the game.
The Sixers, despite missing Joel Embiid, Andre Drummond, and Kyle Lowry, found success with their smaller lineup and hot shooting. Guerschon Yabusele, filling in at center, had a solid game with 12 points and 13 rebounds, while rookie Adem Bona showed promise with 10 points and 6 rebounds in his first career start.
The loss marked the Cavaliers’ second consecutive defeat, a rare occurrence this season. They will look to bounce back in their next game against the Houston Rockets. Meanwhile, the Sixers will aim to build on this victory as they continue to navigate a challenging season plagued by injuries.
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