Cavaliers edge Nets 125-121 in home opener on Oct. 24, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Brooklyn Nets 125-121 in their season‑opening home game, holding off a late Nets surge. Key performances came from Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley for Cleveland and Michael Porter Jr. for Brooklyn.
Key points
- Cleveland won 125-121 in the teams' first meeting of the season.
- Donovan Mitchell led the Cavs with 22 points; Evan Mobley added 20 points, 10 rebounds and four assists.
- Michael Porter Jr. scored 28 points for the Nets, with Julius Randle adding 23.
- The Nets rallied late but fell short as the Cavs held on for the victory.
The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Brooklyn Nets 125-121 on October 24, 2026, in the teams' first meeting of the season.
The victory came in Cleveland’s home debut, as the Cavaliers held off a late surge by the Nets.
Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 22 points.
Evan Mobley added 20 points, 10 rebounds and four assists for the Cavaliers.
For Brooklyn, Michael Porter Jr. recorded 28 points, nine rebounds and four steals.
Julius Randle contributed 23 points for the Nets, and Egor Demin posted 22 points and six assists.
Your questions, answered
Who led the Cavaliers in scoring in their home opener against the Nets?
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 22 points.
What was the final score of the Cavaliers vs. Nets game on Oct. 24, 2026?
The Cavaliers won 125-121.
Which Nets player had the most points in the loss to Cleveland?
Michael Porter Jr. recorded 28 points for Brooklyn.
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