The Nets defeated the Cavaliers, 117-112. Kevin Durant led all scorers with 27 points, six rebounds and nine assists for the Nets, while James Harden added 14 points, six rebounds and a season-high 14 assists in the victory. Darius Garland tallied 24 points, five rebounds and 11 assists for the Cavaliers in the losing effort. The Nets improve to 13-5 on the season, while the Cavaliers fall to 9-9.