Cavs vs Nets: Frontcourt Duo Leads Charge

0:00It's March 1st, here's your NBA news in two minutes, subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Cleveland Cavaliers are gearing up for a key matchup against the Brooklyn Nets this afternoon, after a tough overtime loss to the Detroit pistons. They fell 122-119 without stars. James Hardin and Donovan Mitchell, both sideline by injuries, even short-handed, the Cavs nearly pulled off the upset, showing real depth. The NBA later admitted officials missed some crucial end-of-game calls that might have handed Cleveland the win, that dropped them into a two-game skid and a bit further from the New York Knicks for third place in the East. Still, players stepped up big in Detroit, easing worries about Mitchell's ongoing growing issue. Tonight's 3.30pm, Tip Off in Brooklyn, gives them a chance to bounce back quick. No Mitchell again, but Evan Mobley and Jared Allen carried the load last time out, both scoring over 20 points. The Cavs dominated the Nets just over a week ago, winning 1-12-84.

1:02Injuries hid both sides, with Brooklyn's Nicolas Clackston questionable on a thumb issue, and Cleveland missing, Max Truce, Dean Wade, and others. Projected starters featured Dennis Schroeder and Sam Merrill in the back court for the Cavs, alongside Mobley and Allen of front. Odds heavily favor Cleveland by 12 points. Expect another strong showing from the front court duo, with a predicted final of 19-107. You can catch it on Fan Duel Sports Network, Ohio. A win here sets them up nicely before facing Detroit again on March 3rd. Appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. L-L-I-SOLY-PILLOW.COM