Cleveland leads 91-74 after three quarters, fueled by a strong opening and a decisive third.
Cleveland owns a 91-74 edge through three quarters Friday, after opening a 33-22 lead and outscoring Philadelphia 29-20 in the third. The 76ers answered in the second, 32-29, but trail by 17 entering the fourth. Donovan Mitchell has 20 points and eight assists for the Cavaliers, while Evan Mobley added 17 points; VJ Edgecombe leads Philadelphia with 19. The 4-4 Cavaliers are in front of the 8-1 76ers, who entered Friday ranked No. 1 in the power index against Cleveland at No. 16.
Key Performers
Donovan Mitchell (Cleveland): 20 points, 8 assists Evan Mobley (Cleveland): 17 points VJ Edgecombe (Philadelphia): 19 points