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In a stunning display of excellence, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley led the Cleveland Cavaliers to a resounding 136-117 victory against the Golden State Warriors. This impressive win on Friday night further extended the Cavaliers’ franchise-best start this season to an unblemished 10-0.

Record-Breaking Performance by the Cavaliers

The Cavaliers etched their name in NBA history by becoming the first team to win their initial 10 games of the season, scoring a minimum of 110 points in each game. This record was previously held by Wilt Chamberlain and the 1960-61 Philadelphia Warriors. Not stopping there, Cleveland also shattered its franchise record, boasting a 41-point halftime lead at 83-42, a feat that ranks among the top eight in the NBA’s shot clock era. They also tied their record for most points in a half. Ty Jerome added to the scoring frenzy with 13 of his 20 points in the first half.

Warriors’ Struggles on the Court

Golden State had a challenging night on the court, with Jonathan Kuminga scoring 21 points and Stephen Curry managing only 12 points with six turnovers. This marked the Warriors’ first road loss of the season, halting their five-game win streak. Draymond Green contributed six points, six assists, and four fouls, but the Warriors were unable to keep pace with the Cavaliers.

Key Moments and Statistics

Cleveland took control of the game from the outset, charging ahead with a 20-2 lead thanks to a pair of 3-pointers from Garland and six points from Mobley. The Warriors struggled to find their rhythm, missing eight of their initial nine field goal attempts. Green was also burdened with two early fouls within the first 5:39 of the game.

This matchup marked the 21st instance in NBA history where an undefeated road team battled an unbeaten home team, given a minimum of four games each. The game further bolstered Cleveland’s home record, now standing at an impressive 5-0 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Looking Ahead

The Warriors will look to bounce back when they visit Oklahoma City on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers will aim to continue their winning streak as they host Brooklyn on Saturday night.

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