Excellent win for the irrepressible Cavs who trailed most of the night only to rally back in the fourth quarter and rally past Nuggets in overtime making this the Cavs' second overtime win this week at 119-116. Cleveland outscores Denver, 41-29 in the fourth quarter, and in overtime. Points in the paint: Denver 66, Cleveland 58. Denver had 19 turnovers (29 points), Cleveland had just 11 turnovers. Denver hit 50% of their field goals while Cleveland hit 45%.
For the Cavs: Markkanen got a season-high 31 points, 11-18 field goals, 6-12 three point field goals, 10 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 assists.