The Cleveland Cavaliers continued their dominant start to the NBA season with a 119-113 win over the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Monday night. This victory keeps the Cavaliers’ undefeated streak alive at 12-0, marking the best start in franchise history and ensuring they remain the last unbeaten team in the league.
Cavaliers Respond to Bulls’ Third-Quarter Push
Despite a strong push from the Bulls in the third quarter, where they gained a nine-point lead thanks to Ayo Dosunmu’s free throws, the Cavaliers quickly responded with an 11-2 run to tie the game. Cleveland then limited Chicago to just two field goals in the final six minutes of the quarter, giving them a three-point lead entering the final period.
Mitchell Shines with 36 Points
In the fourth quarter, Zach LaVine of the Bulls tied the game with a fadeaway jumper, but the Cavaliers immediately took control. Evan Mobley dunked off an alley-oop, followed by a fast-break layup from Donovan Mitchell after a steal by Ty Jerome. This sparked a 9-2 run that kept the Cavaliers ahead for the remainder of the game, securing their six-point win.
Donovan Mitchell was the standout performer, finishing with 36 points, eight rebounds, and seven 3-pointers. His first-half performance, which included a memorable 360-degree layup, kept the Cavaliers competitive as all five Bulls starters scored in double figures during the first half. Darius Garland also contributed with 17 points and five assists, while Mobley added 15 points and 11 rebounds. Cleveland capitalized on the Bulls’ 20 turnovers, turning them into 35 points—an important factor in their victory.
Bulls’ Turnovers Prove Costly
On the Bulls’ side, LaVine led with 26 points and six rebounds, while Nikola Vucevic and Coby White both scored 20 points. However, the Bulls’ 20 turnovers proved costly, preventing them from securing a win.
Cavaliers Continue Historic Run
With their 12-0 record, the Cavaliers join an elite group of NBA teams to start a season with such a streak. Their next game is against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, and a win would match their longest winning streak in franchise history. This impressive start has solidified the Cavaliers as serious contenders in the Eastern Conference.
