NBA players are masters at finding motivation wherever they can. Donovan Mitchell reminded us of this fact on Wednesday when he credited a kid who was heckling him during an online game of NBA 2K26 for inspiring his brilliant 46-point, eight-assist outing in the Cleveland Cavaliers ' 132-121 win over the Philadelphia 76ers .

Donovan Mitchell scores a season-high 46 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 132-121. Jarrett Allen contributes 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Evan Mobley adds

Seven different Spurs scored in double digits in a balanced offensive attack that saw the Spurs fall short to the Los Angeles Lakers. Victor Wembanyama led the team with 19 points and 8 rebounds, while Stephon Castle and Jeremy Sochan contributed 16 points apiece.

During the fourth quarter, a fan suddenly ran onto the court and approached Donovan Mitchell with his phone camera out.

CLEVELAND — The Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons 118-100 in Cleveland's preseason finale on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at Rocket Arena. Preseason games are glorified practices. And for a team with championship aspirations like the Cavs, the regular season ...

Donovan Mitchell is out for Friday vs. Toronto with left hamstring tightness; Jarrett Allen was downgraded after breaking his left ring finger.