nba Game Recap
76ers Fall 117-114 Against Cleveland - Game Recap
Georges Niang scored 25 points for Cleveland on Friday, leading the Cavaliers to a 117-114 victory over Philadelphia at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
Cleveland won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -6.5-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 212.5.
Evan Mobley had 20 points for Cleveland and Max Strus chipped in with 15 points. Darius Garland had 12 assists for the Cavaliers, while Evan Mobley was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Philadelphia got 23 points from Kyle Lowry in a losing cause and another 21 points from Tobias Harris. Tyrese Maxey contributed 11 assists for the 76ers, while Nicolas Batum had 8 rebounds.
The Cavaliers hit the break winning 57-55 before taking care of business in the second half.
Philadelphia had a 42-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Cleveland looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Nuggets. The 76ers will aim to get back on the winning track at Toronto.