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Dribbles: Cavs take control, keep it in rout of LeBron James, Sixers

CLEVELAND — Random dribbles from the Cavaliers’ 119-95 home win over the 76ers in their NBA Cup opener on Friday. 1. Boy, did the Cavs need a night like that. Build a big lead. Keep the opposing team at bay.…

By Sam Amico · Hoopswire

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 4:18 AM

Key Things to Know

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 119-95 in their NBA Cup opener.
Donovan Mitchell paced the Cavaliers with 23 points and eight assists, while Evan Mobley scored 22.
Philadelphia's LeBron James managed only eight points, and Joel Embiid finished 0-of-9 from the field.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Philadelphia 76ers 119-95 at home on Friday in their NBA Cup opener. Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 23 points and eight assists, while Evan Mobley added 22 points. The Cavaliers dominated defensively, holding Philadelphia stars LeBron James and Joel Embiid to just eight and six points, respectively.

Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson credited the convincing victory to strong defense, including containing Tyrese Maxey to 5-of-15 shooting. Cleveland also received solid bench contributions from Mario Hezonja, Peyton Watson, and Thomas Bryant, improving their regular season record to 5-4 despite injuries to Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill.

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