nba Game Recap
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Dallas Mavericks Wrap - Dallas Wins 121-116
Dallas earned a 121-116 victory over Cleveland on Saturday, getting 22 points from Tim Hardaway Jr. at American Airlines Center.
Dallas did not, however, defeat the Cavaliers against the spread, which closed at -5.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 217.0.
Dallas got 18 points from Maxi Kleber and another 16 points from Jalen Brunson. Devin Harris contributed 9 assists, while Maxi Kleber cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Cleveland got 28 points from Collin Sexton in a losing cause and another 22 points from Cedi Osman. Cedi Osman contributed 4 assists for the Cavaliers, while Kevin Love had 12 rebounds.
The Mavericks hit the break winning 66-57 before taking care of business in the second half.
Dallas had a 40-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Dallas takes its act home to face New Orleans looking for another win. For Cleveland, they head home to face Detroit.