The Cleveland Cavaliers outclassed another title contender: Cavs defeated the LA Clippers and they are now a real threat

Two of the NBA hottest teams right now faced on Monday night. Los Angeles Clippers were aiming to get their 3rd straight win away from LA, and the Cleveland Cavaliers, whom had been almost unstoppable since 2024 began. Donovan Mitchell and his teammates stepped up and collaborate for a huge victory against one of the league's title contenders. Cavaliers 118-108.

The Cleveland Cavaliers had won 9 of their last 10, proving to be a real menace to any Eastern Powerhouse coming playoff time, by defeating the eastern's number two, the Milwaukee Bucks, on Friday Night.

Los Angeles Clippers came to Cleveland looking sharp too, recording two important victories away from home. The last of that ones being the triumph against league's best Boston Celtics. The Clippers controled the entire game, sending a clear message to the NBA, they are here.

The game started with Cleveland playing better, Donovan Mitchell and Isaak Okoro commanded the offense. Jarrett Allen continued playing great, grabbing 11 boards before half time.

Kawhi Leonard was the man for the Clippers in the first half, shooting 7-13 from the field, scoring 14 points. Norman Powell added 10 points to keep the Clippers close in the scoreboard.

By the third quarter, it was time for Kawhi and Mitchell to trade buckets, but the Cavs guard was also sharing the ball, creating opportunities for his teammates. Nearing the end of the period, Caris LeVert started a run that gave Cleveland their biggest lead of the night. 

Evan Mobley was cleared to play after a knee surgery that kept him out for 6 weeks, and the Cavs were really happy to have him back. Mobley came back with great efficiency, 71% to a total of 10 points. His presence was also felt near the rim, recording 9 rebounds.

The entire Cleveland team looked ready to battle, focused in defense, making sacrifices, everyone accepting their role. This team with a complete roster is a very dangerous matchup for any Eastern Team. Tonight, when it mattered they outplayed the Clippers.

Two Double-Doubles for the Cavs: Jarret Allen 20 points/17 rebounds; and Donovan Mitchell who recorded 28 points and 12 assists.

7 players finished the game in double-digits. Okoro scored 17 points, Struss with 14.

For the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard had 30 points and Norman Powell 18.