Cavs Extend Winning Streak with Comeback over Bulls
The Cleveland Cavaliers faced the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night at Rocket Arena, determined to extend their winning momentum despite a growing list of injuries. On November 8, the Cavs overcame the absence of All-Star guard Darius Garland, who sat out for rest after playing the previous night against Washington.
Fourth Quarter Turnaround
Trailing 122–116 with 1:47 left in the game, Cleveland closed with an impressive 12–0 run to secure a 128–122 victory. This win marked their fourth consecutive triumph, improving their record to 7–3, while the Bulls fell to 6–3.
Key Performances
- Donovan Mitchell and De'Andre Hunter each scored 29 points, driving the late comeback surge.
- Mitchell added six rebounds and six assists for a well-rounded performance.
- Evan Mobley contributed 24 points, eight rebounds, and five assists.
- Jaylon Tyson tallied 17 points and seven rebounds, including two crucial free throws with 4.3 seconds remaining.
- For Chicago, Isaac Okoro led the scoring effort with 19 points.
Game Flow
The Bulls seemed to seize control late when Tre Jones made six consecutive free throws on three trips to the line, putting Chicago ahead 122–116. Cleveland, however, responded immediately with fast-paced offense and firm defense, erasing the deficit in under two minutes.
“We just kept fighting. There was no panic — everyone stayed locked in,” said Donovan Mitchell after the comeback win.
Final Score
Cleveland Cavaliers 128 — Chicago Bulls 122
Author’s Summary: Cleveland rallied from a six-point deficit in the final moments to beat Chicago 128–122, extending their winning streak to four games with balanced team play and resilience.
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