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Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers Nov 17, 2024 Game Summary

Hornets Sting Cavaliers, Win 114-103

LaMelo Ball Leads the Way with 30 Points

The Charlotte Hornets picked up a big win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night, 114-103. LaMelo Ball led the way for the Hornets with 30 points, while Terry Rozier added 25 points and Gordon Hayward chipped in 18 points. The Cavaliers were led by Donovan Mitchell’s 27 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Hornets’ balanced attack. The Hornets started the game strong, taking an early 10-point lead. The Cavaliers fought back to tie the game at 25, but the Hornets closed the quarter on a 10-2 run to take a 35-27 lead. The Hornets continued to lead throughout the second quarter, taking a 58-49 lead into halftime. The Cavaliers came out strong in the second half, cutting the lead to just three points early in the third quarter. However, the Hornets quickly regained control of the game and extended their lead to 12 points by the end of the quarter. The Cavaliers never got closer than seven points in the fourth quarter as the Hornets cruised to a 114-103 victory. The Hornets’ win was their second straight and improved their record to 9-8 on the season. The Cavaliers fell to 7-10 with the loss.

Ball’s big night

LaMelo Ball had a big night for the Hornets, leading the team with 30 points. He also added 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Ball was aggressive from the start, attacking the basket and drawing fouls. He made 10 of 19 shots from the field and 8 of 10 from the free throw line.

Rozier’s efficient night

Terry Rozier had an efficient night for the Hornets, scoring 25 points on just 12 shots. He made 9 of 12 shots from the field and 4 of 6 from the free throw line. Rozier also added 4 rebounds and 3 assists.

Hayward’s solid night

Gordon Hayward had a solid night for the Hornets, scoring 18 points on 7 of 15 shooting. He also added 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Hayward was active on both ends of the floor, making several key plays down the stretch.

Mitchell’s big night

Donovan Mitchell had a big night for the Cavaliers, leading the team with 27 points. He also added 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Mitchell was efficient from the field, making 10 of 19 shots. However, he struggled from the free throw line, making just 5 of 10 attempts.

Garland’s struggles

Darius Garland had a tough night for the Cavaliers, scoring just 12 points on 4 of 16 shooting. He also had 4 turnovers. Garland was not able to get into a rhythm offensively and was a non-factor in the game.

Allen’s solid night

Jarrett Allen had a solid night for the Cavaliers, scoring 16 points on 7 of 10 shooting. He also added 10 rebounds and 2 blocks. Allen was a force on the boards and was able to finish around the basket.

Hornets bench outplays Cavaliers

The Hornets’ bench outplayed the Cavaliers’ bench in a big way. The Hornets’ bench scored 35 points, while the Cavaliers’ bench scored just 16 points. The Hornets’ bench was led by Jalen McDaniels, who scored 12 points.

Conclusion

The Hornets’ win over the Cavaliers was a big one for several reasons. First, it snapped a two-game losing streak. Second, it gave the Hornets a win over a quality opponent. Third, it showed that the Hornets are capable of winning on the road. The Hornets will look to build on this win when they face the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.