Cavaliers celebrate 11th victory in a row against Thunder in the NBA duel

exciting duel in Cleveland

Oklahoma City went into the exciting duel on Wednesday, while Cleveland started the game with 10 wins in a row. In a gripping and nerve-wracking game, the Cavaliers were able to extend their winning streak to 11 games by conquering the Thunder with 129-122 in the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland.

countless change of leadership

The game was characterized by 30 leadership changes, with Cleveland now winning at least 11 games in a row for the second time in the season. At the beginning of the season, the Cavs even won 15-0. The Thunder winning streak, which lasted the 15 games, ended because they had to accept their first defeat since December 1st.

strong performance of the Cavaliers

Seven players from the Cavaliers scored points in the double -digit range, led by Center Jarrett Allen, who contributed 25 points, 12 rebounds, six assists and three steals. Power Forward Evan Mabley added 21 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists.

"It felt like a fight all night. You scored, we scored, stops were achieved on both sides. In the end it was important which team showed more effort," said Allen after the victory.

historical team performance

Allen and Mobley are the first teammates of the Cavaliers, who have reached at least 20 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in one game since November 17, 2017.

performance of the Thunder

The all-star guard of the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, achieved the maximum value of the game with 31 points and hit 13 of 27 throws. Forward Jalen Williams came to 25 points, nine assists and five rebounds in the defeat.

outlook and next games

The Cavaliers and Thunder will face each other again on January 16 at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Cleveland improves to 32-4 and receives the Toronto Raptors on Thursday, while Oklahoma City falls at 30-6 and challenges the New York Knicks in Madison Square Garden in New York on Friday.