Both sides went back and forth in a tightly contested first quarter, but Cleveland took control in the second and led 55-42 at the half. The Cavs extended their lead in the third quarter and cruised for the easy victory.
Turning Point:
Cleveland really broke the game open with a 19-2 run in the middle of the third quarter, turning a comfortable lead into a total blowout.
Key Stat:
Memphis is thought of as the stronger team on the inside, but Cleveland got a major advantage by dominating the boards, outrebounding the Grizzlies by a whopping 49-32 margin.
Cleveland MVP:
Kyrie Irving had a big night for the Cavs, leading the team with 24 points. Kevin Love also had a good game with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while LeBron James pitched in 20 points, eight rebounds, and five assists.
Memphis MVP:
Marc Gasol was the only Grizzlies player who had somewhat of an impact on this game, finishing with 18 points.
What’s Next?
Cleveland will face the Nets in Brooklyn on Friday, while Memphis will host the Golden State Warriors on Friday.
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