The Cleveland Cavaliers showcased a strong performance against the Charlotte Hornets, securing a 115-92 victory. Evan Mobley played a pivotal role in the win, contributing 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 assists. The game marked Mobley's return to the lineup after a recent loss in Miami. The Cavaliers' success was also highlighted by their impressive shooting, particularly in the second quarter where they went 7 of 10 on 3-pointers. Jarrett Allen and Darius Garland made significant contributions, with Allen scoring efficiently from the floor and achieving a 14-10 double-double, and Garland achieving a double-double. Georges Niang also contributed 17 points. The game took a notable turn following the ejection of newly signed forward Marcus Morris Sr., who was removed from the game for throwing an elbow, an action he later described as setting a tone for toughness. The Cavaliers' victory helped them maintain their position as the third seed in the Eastern Conference.
The #Cavs awoke after Marcus Morris Sr. was ejected vs. #Hornets. "So if I got to lay somebody out every game, and we're going to respond like that, then so be it." https://t.co/Gf0CK2Uw5e
UPDATES: Evan Mobley scores 17 as Cavaliers respond after Morris elbow, ejection and handle Hornets 115-92 (from @AP) https://t.co/Ixa8PepZjR
More from Cavs forward Marcus Morris Sr.: "I'm just trying to set the tone, man. You're rolling down the paint, catching lobs and we're trying to stop that type of shit.”
Morris also said if he has to "lay somebody out" every game for the Cavs to respond "then so be it."
Dribbles: Cavs Move Ball, Buzz By Hornets For Needed Bounce Back https://t.co/Lzce4F5Ivx
Newly signed Cavs forward Marcus Morris Sr. said the thrown elbow was message to teammates and the league. He wasn't trying to hurt Richards. "I was just setting the tone," he said. "Going forward we're going to need that. I just want to keep being tough."
🏀 MONDAY'S FINAL SCORES 🏀 Jarrett Allen goes 7-9 from the floor as the @cavs keep hold of the East's 3rd seed! Evan Mobley: 17 PTS, 7 REB, 8 AST Georges Niang: 17 PTS Darius Garland: 15 PTS, 10 AST https://t.co/x9nBMDyR8C
Evan Mobley scores 17 as Cavaliers rebound from embarrassing loss in Miami, beat Hornets 115-92 (from @AP) https://t.co/Ixa8PepZjR
Mobley's 11-point quarter lifts Cavs to 78-66 lead over Hornets after three. Mobley has 15 pts, Allen 14-10. Brandon Miller has 20 pts for Charlotte.
Cavs go 7 of 10 on 3s in second quarter to lead Hornets 51-37 at half. Weird, but Morris ejection seemed to spark Cleveland.
MONDAY #NBA @BetMGM 🏀💰 #Cavs (-3.5 — 1stQ) cover vs. #Hornets Jaylen Brown ⬆️ 29.5 pts/reb @ #Hawks Jalen Brunson ⬇️ 39.5 PRA vs. #Pistons Luka Doncic ⬇️ 44.5 pts/assists @ #Jazz Tyrese Maxey ⬆️ 31.5 pts/assists @ #Kings Santi Aldama ⬆️ 17.5 points/rebounds @ #Nuggets https://t.co/nSLZnRqsDA
Cavaliers get Mobley back in lineup for Sunday's game at Heat https://t.co/o0Uuau7jsV