Cavs Fall to Hornets in Overtime, 119-111, in Shocking Loss

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Cavs Fall to Hornets in Overtime, 119-111, in Shocking Loss

The Cleveland Cavaliers faced a surprising defeat against the Charlotte Hornets, losing 119-111 in overtime on Sunday at Rocket Arena. This loss marked another disappointing performance for the Cavs, who struggled despite strong efforts.

Cavs Fall to Hornets in Overtime: Key Moments

In a game that started unfavorably for Cleveland, the Cavaliers trailed by 10 points at halftime. Things worsened as they fell behind by 17 points during the third quarter. Going into the fourth quarter, the Cavs were nine points down.

Charlotte started the final period weakly, missing their first four shots. Capitalizing on this, the Cavaliers rallied back, bringing the game to a two-possession difference with 7:27 on the clock. A brief lead was achieved, but it was short-lived as the Hornets quickly regained control.

Decisive Moments in the Final Seconds

With just 21 seconds remaining, Cleveland managed to take the lead again, thanks to Jaylon Tyson’s floater. They increased their advantage to three points with successful free throws from Tyson. However, Hornets forward Brandon Miller responded with a crucial three-pointer, tying the game with only 4.7 seconds left, pushing the game into overtime.

Overtime Struggles

In the extra period, the Cavaliers encountered significant difficulties. They failed to score, missing all 10 of their shots, while the Hornets outscored them 8-0. Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson noted that his team struggled to create offensive advantages during overtime.

Individual Performances

Darius Garland led the Cavs with 26 points, showcasing resilience despite a surgically repaired toe.
Donovan Mitchell contributed 17 points but struggled with inefficient shooting, finishing 6-of-24.
Jaylon Tyson added 16 points off the bench, while Dean Wade scored 14 points as he filled in for the injured Evan Mobley.

Meanwhile, the Hornets saw a standout performance from rookie Kon Knueppel, who scored a game-high 29 points. Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges supported with 25 and 20 points, respectively, helping the Hornets secure the win.

Looking Ahead

This defeat adds pressure on the Cavaliers, who have faced criticism from fans during recent home games. Acknowledging the team’s performance, Mitchell expressed the need for improvement and highlighted the importance of staying united.