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Donovan Mitchell and James Harden power the Cleveland Cavaliers to a commanding 2-0 lead over the Toronto Raptors in their playoff series. This victory reveals how the Cavaliers are on the brink of making history.
In a thrilling matchup, Mitchell scores 30 points while Harden adds 28, leading Cleveland to a 115-105 triumph. Evan Mobley contributes significantly with 25 points and eight rebounds. This marks the second consecutive postseason game where three Cavaliers score at least 25 points, showcasing their offensive depth.
Cleveland never trails in the game, extending their dominance over Toronto with 12 straight playoff victories against them, matching the NBA record for consecutive wins against a single opponent. This streak began back in the 2016 Eastern Conference finals. The Cavaliers also boast similar streaks against Detroit and Atlanta.
For Toronto, Scottie Barnes shines with a playoff career-high of 26 points, while RJ Barrett adds 22 points and nine rebounds. The series now shifts to Toronto for Game 3 on Thursday. Harden's four assists elevate him to seventh place on the playoff career list with 1,139, and his five steals mark another standout playoff performance. Cleveland's relentless offense proves pivotal as they look to continue their winning momentum.
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