Cavaliers Edge Hornets in Thrilling Comeback for 13th Straight Win

Cleveland rallies from a late nine-point deficit to secure a narrow 118-117 victory over Charlotte, extending their winning streak to 13 games.

Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 24 points, including crucial free throws in the final minutes, while Darius Garland added 20 points and Evan Mobley contributed 19 points and a key late three-pointer.
Miles Bridges scored a career-high 46 points for the Hornets but committed a costly turnover in the final minute and missed a last-second half-court shot.
The Cavaliers overcame a nine-point deficit with under six minutes remaining, outscoring Charlotte 25-15 in the closing stretch to seal the win.
With the victory, Cleveland improves to 53-10, maintaining their lead atop the Eastern Conference and becoming the first team to clinch a postseason berth.
Charlotte's loss marks their ninth straight defeat, leaving them near the bottom of the standings with a 14-48 record despite Bridges' standout performance.