Harden explodes for 32 points as Cavaliers defeat Knicks 115-107.

November 12th - The Cavaliers defeated the Knicks 115-107 . Harden scored 32 points , 2 rebounds , and 4 assists, while Mitchell added 23 points , 7 rebounds , and 6 assists. For the Knicks, Brunson scored 27 points, 3 rebounds , and 5 assists, while Towns had 21 points , 11 rebounds, and 8 assists.

In the first quarter, the Cavaliers went on a 10-4 run. The Knicks, relying on performances from Brunson, Towns, and Anunoby, kept the Knicks close, but Harden's consistent scoring maintained their lead, while Prockett and Thomas provided outside firepower. At the end of the first quarter, the Cavaliers led 33-23 . In the second quarter, the Knicks briefly tied the game at 43. The Cavaliers then regained control thanks to scoring from Harden, Mitchell, and Thomas. At halftime, the Cavaliers led 59-53 .

After switching sides, the Cavaliers extended their lead to 11 points at one point. The Knicks tied the game again through Brunson, Shamet, and Anunoby. In the crucial stages, Prockett and Mitchell responded in time, with Mitchell hitting a three-pointer late in the quarter. After three quarters, the Cavaliers led 82-76 . In the final quarter, the Knicks narrowed the gap to 1 point. With 5 minutes and 36 seconds left in the game, the Knicks tied the game at 99. Harden then hit a key jump shot and a three-pointer, while Allen completed consecutive dunks off assists, helping the Cavaliers regain the lead. In the end, the Cavaliers defeated the Knicks 115-107 .

Cavaliers player statistics

Harden 32 points , 2 rebounds, 4 assists; Mitchell 23 points , 7 rebounds , 6 assists; Plockter 15 points , 3 rebounds, 1 assist; Thomas 14 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Allen 11 points , 14 rebounds , 3 assists; Mobley 10 points , 5 rebounds, 3 assists; Watson 7 points , 5 rebounds, 4 assists; Tyson 3 points , 1 assist.

Knicks player statistics

Brunson 27 points , 3 rebounds, 5 assists; Towns 21 points, 11 rebounds , 8 assists; McBride 19 points , 2 rebounds , 2 assists; Anunoby 14 points , 6 rebounds, 2 assists; Shamet 12 points , 2 rebounds , 4 assists; Hart 6 points , 4 rebounds , 3 assists; Kolek 4 points , 1 rebound, 4 assists; Bridges 2 points , 1 rebound , 2 assists; Diawara 2 points .

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