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The Cleveland Cavaliers dominated the Philadelphia 76ers 133–107 on January 14 at Wells Fargo Center, with Donovan Mitchell leading the way on 35 points and Darius Garland adding 20 in a decisive road victory. Cleveland's offensive efficiency was on full display, shooting 52.6 percent from the field and draining 20 three-pointers while dishing out 41 assists—a testament to their ball movement and spacing. The Cavaliers' defense proved equally suffocating, holding Philadelphia to just 40.4 percent shooting and a 105.5 offensive rating. The fourth quarter showcased Cleveland's dominance, outscoring Philadelphia 40–32 in the final frame to put the game away. Philadelphia's Joel Embiid (20 points) and Paul George (17 points) couldn't generate enough offensive firepower, and the 76ers' 12 turnovers proved costly against a disciplined Cleveland squad. The Cavaliers' 52 rebounds and nine steals underscored their control on both ends. The final margin well exceeded the Vegas total of 236.5, as Cleveland's balanced attack and lockdown defense proved too much to overcome. The victory strengthens the Cavaliers' playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference.
