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Cavaliers Clinch Top Seed, Garland Shines Amid Injury Woes

4/9/2025

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The Cleveland Cavaliers soared to the top of the Eastern Conference, securing the number one seed with a commanding 135-113 victory against the Chicago Bulls. Coach Kenny Atkinson celebrated the team's remarkable achievement, reminiscent of their last top seed in 2016. Darius Garland shone with 28 points, while Donovan Mitchell's ankle injury raises concerns about his availability.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers soared to the top of the Eastern Conference, securing the number one seed with a commanding 135-113 victory against the Chicago Bulls. Coach Kenny Atkinson celebrated the team's remarkable achievement, reminiscent of their last top seed in 2016. Darius Garland shone with 28 points, while Donovan Mitchell's ankle injury raises concerns about his availability.