Overview
- The Cavaliers overturned a 17-point second-half deficit, closing with a 45-26 fourth quarter to win 130-126 in Washington.
- Mitchell poured in 24 points in the final period, the NBA’s highest-scoring fourth quarter this season, finishing 17-for-31 overall and 8-for-15 from deep.
- Coach Kenny Atkinson opened the fourth with a first-time group of Craig Porter Jr., Darius Garland, Lonzo Ball, Evan Mobley and Mitchell that immediately cut the lead.
- Evan Mobley posted 23 points and 13 rebounds for his fourth straight double-double, reinforcing a recent stretch of strong play.
- Darius Garland’s outside slump persisted at 0-for-11 from long range even with 18 points, underscoring Cleveland’s uneven support around its star.