Cavaliers Snap Thunder's Winning Streak in Intense Showdown

Cleveland Cavaliers defeat Oklahoma City Thunder 129-122, ending Thunder's 15-game winning streak in a thrilling clash between the NBA's top teams.

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In a high-stakes matchup, the Cavaliers triumphed over the Thunder 129-122, ending Oklahoma City's 15-game win streak and extending their own to 11. Jarrett Allen led Cleveland with 25 points and 12 rebounds, while Evan Mobley added 21 points. Despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 31 points for the Thunder, Cleveland's depth and balanced scoring secured the victory in a game marked by 30 lead changes. Both teams showcased their strengths, making a strong case as potential NBA Finals contenders this season.

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If Wednesday’s Cleveland-Oklahoma City game was a potential NBA Finals preview, sign me up for that right now. I’ll take a best-of-7 Finals featuring the kind of basketball that was played in the Cavaliers' 129-122 victory against the Thunder.
Cavaliers vs. Thunder lived up to the hype. Let's hope they meet in NBA Finals.
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In an exciting and tense back-and-forth game, the NBA’s best Cavaliers extended their winning streak to 11 games after defeating the Western Conference’s best Thunder 129-122 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland.
Cavaliers win 11th consecutive game after topping the Thunder in historic NBA matchup
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Cleveland's 129-122 victory over Oklahoma City not only showcased their impressive 11-game winning streak but also their dominance over Western Conference opponents, solidifying their status as a top contender in the NBA.
Cleveland end Oklahoma City’s 15-game win streak in clash of NBA’s top teams
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