Cavaliers set franchise record with 9-0 start following win over Pelicans
The Cleveland Cavaliers have made history with their exceptional start to the 2024-25 NBA season. Led by Donovan Mitchell’s 29 points, Caris LeVert and Jarrett Allen each added 16 points to secure a 131-122 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night. This win propelled the Cavaliers to a remarkable 9-0 record, marking their best start in franchise history.
Mitchell expressed his excitement about the team’s performance, highlighting their ability to win games in various ways, including blowouts, close games, and come-from-behind victories. The team’s consistency and strong habits have been key factors in their success. Head coach Kenny Atkinson, who joined the team in the offseason, has played a significant role in the Cavaliers’ turnaround from a winless preseason to their current undefeated streak.
Atkinson, a former member of the Golden State Warriors coaching staff and head coach of the Brooklyn Nets, inherited a team with playoff experience and talented players like Mitchell and Darius Garland. Despite not reaching their full potential in the post-LeBron James era, the Cavaliers have set a new standard with their historic start this season.
The team’s 9-0 record surpasses the previous best start of 8-0 set during the 1976-77 season under coach Bill Fitch. As the Cavaliers prepare to face tough opponents like the Golden State Warriors and the Brooklyn Nets, they will need to maintain their momentum and continue playing at a high level to remain unbeaten.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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