Recap
3 min read

Cleveland Cavaliers Dominate at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse Against Denver Nuggets

In a display of offensive firepower, the Cleveland Cavaliers outpaced the Denver Nuggets with a final score of 121-109. The Cavaliers improved their season record to 7-6, while the Nuggets now stand at 9-4.


CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 19: Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets on November 19, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

The game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse saw the home team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, take control early on. They led for over 43 minutes and achieved their largest lead of 26 points. The team's scoring was well-distributed, with bench players contributing a significant 47 points to the total tally. The Cavaliers' offense was particularly effective in the paint where they scored 56 points.


The Cleveland squad also excelled in ball movement, registering an impressive total of 30 assists which reflects their cohesive playmaking abilities. Their shooting accuracy from within the arc was noteworthy as well; they made an outstanding 61 percent of their two-point attempts.


CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 19: Reggie Jackson #7 of the Denver Nuggets dribbles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on November 19, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

On defense, both teams matched each other with five blocks each. However, it was in rebounding where the Cavaliers showed superior effort by collecting a total of 51 rebounds compared to the Nuggets' more modest count of 41 rebounds.


The Denver Nuggets had moments where they shone as well; notably from beyond the arc where they hit an impressive rate of approximately forty-eight percent from three-point range. They also managed to convert seventy percent of their fast break opportunities into points but ultimately fell short against a determined Cleveland side that seemed one step ahead throughout most phases of play.


CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 19: Max Strus #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets on November 19, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

As for individual performances on both sides: while specific player statistics are not provided here, it is clear that teamwork played a pivotal role in this matchup with both teams showing high efficiency scores - though it was ultimately higher for Cleveland reflecting their edge in this game.


Looking ahead for fans eager to follow their team's progress: The next challenge for the Cleveland Cavaliers will be an away game against Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on November twenty-second at seven-thirty PM Eastern Time Zone. Fans can catch this upcoming contest live on TNT or NBCS-PH channel two hundred forty-five.

Rate the article

Related stories

Cleveland Cavaliers Outmaneuver Philadelphia 76ers in a Display of Skill and Strategy
Recap

Cleveland Cavaliers Outmaneuver Philadelphia 76ers in a Display of Skill and Strategy

3 min read
Cleveland Cavaliers Outshine Chicago Bulls in a Display of Skill and Determination
Recap

Cleveland Cavaliers Outshine Chicago Bulls in a Display of Skill and Determination

3 min read
Cleveland Cavaliers Outmaneuver Brooklyn Nets: Was Garland the Key?
Recap

Cleveland Cavaliers Outmaneuver Brooklyn Nets: Was Garland the Key?

3 min read