Cavaliers Rout Nets 112-84 for Sixth Straight Win

Cleveland extends its home winning streak to five games and has won 11 of its last 12 overall.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Brooklyn Nets 112-84 on Thursday night, extending their winning streak to a season-high six games. Donovan Mitchell scored 17 points and James Harden added 16 for the Cavaliers, who led by as many as 43 points in the third quarter. Michael Porter Jr. had 14 points and Ochai Agbaji 13 for the Nets, who have struggled since late December.

Why it matters

The Cavaliers have emerged as one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, building momentum with a dominant win over a struggling Nets squad. Cleveland's stifling defense and balanced scoring attack have fueled their recent surge, which could position them for a deep playoff run.

The details

The Cavaliers jumped out to a 14-3 lead early and never looked back, shooting a season-best 64.2% from the field in the first half. Harden and Mitchell were in sync, with Harden dishing out nine assists to go with his 16 points. Jarrett Allen scored 10 of his 15 points in the first quarter, and the Cavaliers had a 70-48 advantage at halftime. Cleveland's largest lead of the game was 43 points late in the third quarter.

  • The Cavaliers have now won six straight games, their longest winning streak of the season.
  • Cleveland has also won five consecutive home games and 11 of its last 12 overall.

The players

Donovan Mitchell

A star guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers who scored 17 points in the win.

James Harden

A veteran guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers who contributed 16 points and 9 assists.

Michael Porter Jr.

A forward for the Brooklyn Nets who scored 14 points in the loss.

Ochai Agbaji

A guard for the Brooklyn Nets who scored 13 points.

Jarrett Allen

A center for the Cleveland Cavaliers who scored 10 of his 15 points in the first quarter.

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