More than most, Cleveland fans can explain that there are very, very different ways to lose a game. Frustration at being close in the end, or overachieving and then falling short, of being underestimated and then making noise against highly ranked opponents even a loss — there is a sting, but still some honor in the loss; something can be recuperated. In their prior match against the Phoenix Suns, the Cleveland Cavaliers had led part of the way and were in a position to win, but could not focus or execute in the final two minutes and lost. This game against Denver, however, was a blowout essentially from wire to wire, giving little succor to fans or organization supporters about the future of the franchise, let alone hopes that this year might result in a playoff berth or play-in contention.
Recap: Denver 133, Cleveland 95 (or, High-Altitude Dumpster Fire)
