Darius Garland's 40 Points Lead Cavaliers to 12th Straight Win Over Raptors

Cleveland overcomes a late deficit to secure a 132-126 victory, maintaining their NBA-best record at 33-4.

Darius Garland scored a season-high 40 points, including 14 in the fourth quarter, to help the Cleveland Cavaliers defeat the Toronto Raptors 132-126.
The Cavaliers extended their winning streak to 12 games and continue to lead the NBA standings with a 33-4 record, tied for the fifth-best start in league history through 37 games.
Evan Mobley contributed 21 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists, while Jarrett Allen added 18 points and 15 rebounds in a dominant performance for Cleveland's frontcourt.
The Raptors, who led by 12 points late in the third quarter, were outscored 34-23 in the final frame to suffer their fourth consecutive loss and drop to a league-worst 1-17 on the road.
With Donovan Mitchell resting after a demanding game against the Thunder, Garland's standout performance drew praise from coach Kenny Atkinson, who called it pivotal for the team's success.