CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Darius Garland scored 30 points, including 18 in the 4th quarter, as the Cavs rallied from 18 down to beat Brooklyn 109-104 Tuesday.
Cleveland’s 15th straight win, seen on CW 43 and the Rock Entertainment Sports Network, also clinched the Central Division title.
Donovan Mitchell (groin), De’Andre Hunter (illness) and Ty Jerome (rest) sat the game out for Cleveland.
Jarrett Allen added 23 points and 13 rebounds, while Evan Mobley chipped in 21.
Isaac Okoro capped an 18-8 run to give Cleveland (55-10) its first lead at 96-94 with 6:27 to go.
Craig Porter buried a halfcourt 3 at the buzzer, pulling Cleveland within 8 (86-78) after three.
Cam Thomas had 16 points in the first half as Brooklyn grabbed a 63-50 halftime lead.
The Nets hit 5-of-11 three-pointers in the first quarter, taking a 29-26 lead after one.
The Cavs visit Memphis Friday night, then return home Sunday to face Orlando.
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