The superteams era is over. Deep rosters, versatile lineups and a relentless style of play are proving to be the best path to success.

In their win over the Thunder, the Cavs finally put to rest any remaining doubt, criticism, or concern about their status as a contender.

The Cavs are now 32–4 on the season, the best record in the NBA and best record through 36 games by any team since the 73-win Golden State Warriors in the 2015–16 season. Cleveland is just the seventh team in NBA history to win at least 32 of its first 36 games. Four of the previous six went on to win the championship.

The league-leading Cleveland Cavaliers host the Oklahoma City Thunder in a rare NBA showdown today. This game is available to watch on multiple streaming services for free.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 31 points in the loss for the Thunder, who had a 15-game winning streak snapped with the loss. At 30–6, the Thunder still boast the second-best record in the NBA.

Jarrett Allen collected 25 points and 11 rebounds to lift the host Cleveland Cavaliers to a 129-122 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday in a battle of the NBA's top two teams. Evan Mobley contributed 21 points,

Watch the Game Highlights from Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors, 01/09/2025

As All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell rested, the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers secured their 12th consecutive win in a wild one with the Toronto Raptors.

Grades are based on our usual expectations for each player. 40 points (14-22 shooting), 9 assists, 2 rebounds, 2 steals Garland told reporters after last night’s game that he believes he should be in the All-Star Game.