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Mitchell's 48 Points Fuel Cavs' Stunning Rally
13 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Donovan Mitchell scored 48 points, including 24 in the fourth quarter.
- Cleveland overcame a 15-point deficit in the final period.
- Washington's high scorers were Bub Carrington and CJ McCollum with 27 points.
Donovan Mitchell delivered a masterful fourth-quarter performance, scoring 24 of his 48 points to spearhead a dramatic 130-126 comeback victory for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Washington Wizards. The Cavaliers rallied from a significant 15-point deficit in the final period, showcasing resilience despite a challenging shooting night from beyond the arc.
Despite a rough third quarter where they trailed by as many as 17 points, Cleveland found its footing in the final 12 minutes. Mitchell's offensive explosion, punctuated by crucial baskets and timely free throws, proved to be the decisive factor. Lonzo Ball's key free throws and Mitchell's late layup sealed the comeback.
For the Wizards, the scoring efforts of Bub Carrington and CJ McCollum, who netted 27 points each, were not enough to hold off the Cavaliers' late surge. Jamir Watkins also contributed a career-high 15 points in the hard-fought contest.
