Donovan Mitchell defends maligned Cavaliers teammate after victory over 76ers originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. In Darius Garland's season debut, the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off a resounding victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, 132-121.

The Cavs are back in NBA Cup action Friday night, visiting the Washington Wizards for their second group play game. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. Eastern. Darius Garland will suit up for his second game of the season,

One Cavalier who has stepped up in light of the injuries is Jaylon Tyson. He’s strung together a pair of excellent games, serving the Cavs on both ends of the ball. He scored 19 points against the Boston Celtics and 18 points most recently versus the Toronto Raptors.

The Cleveland Cavaliers know the impact Lonzo Ball can make on both ends of the floor. Patience will be required to see it come to fruition.

It was about time for Jarrett Allen to bounce back and silence the haters. On Wednesday, Nov. 5, the Cleveland Cavaliers dominated the Philadelhpia 76ers in a h