Donovan Mitchell’s 33-Point Show Lifts Cavaliers to Dominating 118-92 Victory Over Suns

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers showcased their dominance against the Phoenix Suns, winning 118-92 during a Martin Luther King Jr. Day matchup. Donovan Mitchell led the charge with 33 points, including 23 in the second half, while Darius Garland contributed 16 points.

With this victory, the Cavaliers improved their record to an impressive 36-6, marking one of the best starts in NBA history. Despite missing key players Evan Mobley, Isaac Okoro, and Caris LeVert, Cleveland managed to maintain their home court superiority, now 21-2 at home.

Phoenix was unable to match this intensity, even though Kevin Durant scored 23 points. Notably, Devin Booker struggled, scoring just 15 and committing six turnovers, well below his usual performance standards.

Suns guard Bradley Beal returned after a two-game absence due to an ankle sprain but also had a quiet outing, managing only five points in 25 minutes.

After the game, it was clear that the Suns struggled, particularly with Booker not finding his rhythm. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers faced their own challenges, missing significant contributions from Mobley. Still, the team adjusted well, with Jarrett Allen and Tristan Thompson stepping up.

In a key moment of the match, Mitchell hit consecutive three-pointers towards the end of the third quarter, solidifying Cleveland’s lead at 93-70. Garland’s notable performance also included reaching a milestone, surpassing Mark Price for third place on the Cavaliers’ all-time three-point list.

Looking ahead, the Suns will face the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, while the Cavaliers will take on the Houston Rockets, traveling early to avoid severe weather conditions expected in Texas.

In Arizona sports news, the city hosts multiple professional teams across various leagues. The Arizona Cardinals play in the NFL, while the NBA’s Phoenix Suns, WNBA’s Mercury, and MLB’s Diamondbacks also call Phoenix home. The area is no stranger to major sporting events, showcasing everything from college football to NASCAR.