A 17-point first-quarter deficit was too much to overcome as the Cleveland Cavaliers fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder 124 to 116, dropping to .500 with a record of 4-4. The Cavs made a brief comeback at the start of…
The Cleveland Cavaliers fell 124-116 to the Oklahoma City Thunder after failing to overcome a 17-point first-quarter deficit. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Oklahoma City with 42 points and eight assists, supported by Ajay Mitchell's 23 points. Cleveland dropped to 4-4 on the season despite Donovan Mitchell scoring 27 points and James Harden contributing 19 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists.
Injuries heavily impacted the Cavaliers during the contest, with center Jarrett Allen leaving in the first half due to a knee injury. Guard Tyrese Proctor scored 11 points in a surprise start before exiting late with an ankle issue. Cleveland will look to rebound in an upcoming NBA Cup matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers.
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