Donovan Mitchell Leads Cavaliers to Historic 61st Win, Nearing Top Eastern Conference Seed
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Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 124-105 victory over the New York Knicks, marking their 61st win of the season, which ties the second-highest win total in franchise history. The win also increased their lead for the top seed in the Eastern Conference. Other NBA games highlighted include the Oklahoma City Thunder's 11th consecutive win, Anthony Davis's dominant performance for the Dallas Mavericks, and the Los Angeles Clippers' victory over the New Orleans Pelicans.
Key Points
Donovan Mitchell's 27 points led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 124-105 win over the New York Knicks.
The Cavaliers' 61st win ties the second-highest win total in franchise history, last achieved in the 2009-10 season.
Cleveland now has a five-game lead for the top seed in the Eastern Conference with six games remaining.
Karl-Anthony Towns of the Knicks had 25 points and 13 rebounds but also had seven turnovers.
The Oklahoma City Thunder won their 11th straight game, beating the Detroit Pistons 119-103.
Anthony Davis scored 34 points, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 120-118 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 114-98, led by Kawhi Leonard and James Harden.
The San Antonio Spurs beat the Denver Nuggets 113-106, with Harrison Barnes scoring 20 points.
