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By Joel Reyes
The Cleveland Cavaliers extended their winning streak to four games, recording a thrilling 119-117 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday (PH time) at Ball Arena. Donovan Mitchell scored the game-winning free throws with 0.9 seconds remaining for the Cavs, who improved their record to 33-21.
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Mitchell went to the free throw line in the closing stages after Jamal Murray was called for a foul. The Cavs star finished the contest with 32 points and 10 assists. He shot 11-for-23 from the field and 7-for-8 from the free-throw line.
Jarrett Allen and James Harden also contributed for Cleveland, each dropping 22 markers. Jaylon Tyson added 16 points for the Cavs, who claimed their 16th away win of the season.
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It was a disappointing defeat for the Nuggets, who had a five-point lead entering the fourth quarter. Cleveland outscored Denver 32-25 in the final period to pull off the comeback win.
Seven players scored in double figures for the Nuggets, who fell to 34-20. Nikola Jokic led Denver’s offense with 22 points. He also had 14 rebounds and 11 assists as he posted another triple-double.


