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Cavaliers Snatch Victory, Pacers Extend Losing Streak to 13

Published January 7, 2026, 06:35

The Cavaliers secured a crucial win on the road against the Pacers with a score of 120-116, while the Pacers suffered their 13th consecutive defeat, tying a franchise record in the NBA. Darius Garland led the Cavaliers with 29 points, including 14 in the final quarter. Mobley, Allen, and Merrill also made significant contributions. For Indiana, Siakam scored 22 points, with Haf and Nebhard also performing well. In Washington, the Wizards maintained their positive momentum, defeating the Orlando Magic 120-112 despite the visitors' comeback attempt. CJ McCollum was the MVP of the game with 27 points, while Sar added 23 for the winners. Richardson was Orlando's top scorer with 20 points. In Memphis, the Grizzlies broke their four-game losing streak, overcoming the Spurs 106-105 in a dramatic game. Cam Spencer was the hero for his team with 21 points, while Aldama's crucial block on Fox in the final seconds sealed the victory. The Spurs saw Victor Wembanyama return and score 30 points, but it wasn't enough to avoid defeat. Finally, the Timberwolves dominated the Heat with a score of 122-94, with Edwards scoring 26 points and Gobert dominating the rebounds with 17.