The Cleveland Cavaliers (39-9) seized control in the third quarter and cruised to their third straight win, rolling past the Atlanta Hawks (22-26) with a 137-115 victory on January 31.
Cleveland Cavaliers Top Performers:
Darius Garland 26 PTS | 7 AST | 2 STL | 41.9 FPS
DG showed no signs of rust after resting in their last game. He’s scored 20+ points 11 times this month on elite efficiency while also recording 7+ assists in as many games. His scoring has also made a noticeable climb recently, driven by increased three-point volume.
Evan Mobley 16 PTS | 10 REB | 4 AST | 39.0 FPS
Mobley remains a reliable contributor, notching his third straight double-double and maintaining his defensive impact after missing four games with a calf problem. He’s likely to keep it going with favorable matchups ahead.
Ty Jerome 20 PTS | 9-11 FG | 6 AST | 36.4 FPS
Jerome has stepped up as an offensive threat, averaging 21.2 points on impressive efficiency while making a solid impact across multiple areas in five of his last six games. He’s likely to keep his hot streak going with the team dealing with multiple injuries.
Donovan Mitchell 24 PTS | 4-10 3PT | 6 AST | 36.2 FPS
Mitchell has been a powerhouse on offense, nearly averaging 30 points and hitting 4.4 threes on strong shooting percentages, all while recording 6+ assists and consistent steals in his last five games.
Max Strus 11 PTS | 3-4 3PT | 5 REB | 21.5 FPS
Strus has been a decent contributor this week, putting up strong rebounds and steals, along with a couple of threes and assists in five consecutive contests.
Atlanta Hawks Top Performers:
Zaccharie Risacher 30 PTS | 11-14 FG | 5-6 3PT | 35.7 FPS
Risacher has dealt with a number of injuries lately, but his availability shouldn’t be a problem in the next few games. He took advantage of the Cavs’ game plan and showcased his offensive game, notching his second 30+ point performance with at least five threes this season. He’s a capable contributor in scoring and rebounding with promising potential in defensive stats, but his consistency remains an issue.
De’Andre Hunter 25 PTS | 12-12 FT | 5 REB | 33.0 FPS
Hunter is primed for a bigger offensive role with Johnson out for the season. He’s been a reliable scorer, putting up 15+ points in eight games this month, even with inconsistent three-point shooting.
Onyeka Okongwu 14 PTS | 7 REB | 4 AST | 29.4 FPS
OO has firmly established himself as the team’s starting center, delivering elite production in recent weeks. He nearly recorded six straight double-doubles while maintaining strong offensive efficiency. Though his numbers have shown a slight decline lately, his defensive impact remains solid.
Dyson Daniels 7 PTS | 7 REB | 5 AST | 24.9 FPS
Daniels has been an elite defensive presence, consistently piling up steals while maintaining steady rebounding and playmaking numbers. He’s also made strides offensively, scoring in double figures 11 times in 12 games on 53.8% shooting but struggled against a top defensive team.
Mouhamed Gueye 8 PTS | 3 STL | 1 BLK | 23.9 FPS
Gueye has started the last two games and has shown promise on the defensive end. He, Krejci, and Wallace are players to monitor if the Hawks remain shorthanded due to injuries.
Biggest Disappointment of the Game:
Trae Young 15 PTS | 5-16 FG | 10 AST
Young’s offensive production has taken a hit due to a nagging hamstring issue. He’s been held below 20 points in four of his last five games after averaging a scorching 28.3 points to start the month. While his field goal percentage has always been a weakness, his three-point shooting has become a glaring liability, hitting just 8-of-33 attempts in recent outings.
