The Cleveland Cavaliers delivered a historic performance against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday night, shattering records in a dominant 144-101 victory.
From the opening tip, the Cavaliers showcased their prowess by draining 26 three-pointers, setting a new franchise record.
The first quarter was particularly spectacular, as they outscored Dallas 50-19 while shooting an incredible 72% from the field and 81.8% from three-point range.
This explosive start paved the way for a 91-point first half, another franchise milestone.
The victory sent Cavaliers fans into a frenzy, with social media buzzing about the historic performance.
A record setting night.
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— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) February 2, 2025
“I almost feel bad. Almost. Just following orders, and it’s #LetEmKnow season,” one fan posted.
I almost feel bad. Almost. Just following orders, and it's #LetEmKnow season
— Krystal Esmi (@PrettyManners) February 2, 2025
yall really dancin on they grave 😭
— Ransom (@JPJ_Island) February 2, 2025
The Mavericks’ recent trade of Luka Doncic became a focal point of fan reactions, with many taking shots at Dallas’s performance.
“Deserved after they traded Luka,” wrote one fan.
Deserved after they traded Luka
— AG™ 〽️ (@only1AG_) February 2, 2025
The criticism extended to the team’s defensive struggles, with one fan sarcastically noting, “I see the Mavericks defensive ‘culture’ is already taking effect.”
I see the Mavericks defensive "culture" is already taking effect. https://t.co/QyfmkT2xsU
— Jonah Javad (@JonahJavad) February 2, 2025
The harsh comments continued as fans expressed their frustration with the Mavericks’ management.
“You should have scored more guys. This team deserves to be humiliated every game for the rest of time,” one fan declared.
You should have scored more guys. This team deserves to be humiliated every game for the rest of time.
— Nathan Ulbik (@NUlbik) February 3, 2025
Another called for more dramatic action: “Mavs GM needs to be fired and after the game that just happened with the Cavs he should be barred from managing any team indefinitely.”
Mavs GM needs to be fired and after the game that just happened with the Cavs he should be barred from managing any team indefinitely.
— King YE (@LordYeezus) February 3, 2025
While the NBA community continues to process the shocking Doncic trade, the Cavaliers simply focused on their game plan, executing it to perfection.
The win improved Cleveland’s impressive record to 40-9, maintaining their position atop the NBA standings.
Meanwhile, the Mavericks dropped to 26-24, now sitting in ninth place in the Western Conference as they struggle to find their footing in the post-Doncic era.
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