Following a come from behind win against the Houston Rockets, the Cleveland Cavaliers (2-1) will take on the Dallas Mavericks (1-2) at American Airlines Center. Tip-off is slated for 8:30 ET, and will be televised on NBA TV.
J.J. Hickson finally showed he could be the Cavalier's go-to-guy, scoring 18 points while addding 11 rebounds. Ramon Sessions also chipped in with 15 points and showed he could run this team very effectively.
However, the biggest surprise had to have been the other young guys that stepped up. Samardo Samuels finally showed new Coach Byron Scott that he can play down low, displaying multiple post moves while finishing at the rim.
The former Michigan star, Manny Harris, also saw extended playing time. At one point he scored 7 straight Cavalier points and helped lead the comeback.
Christian Eyenga sealed the win by knocking down two crucial consecutive three-pointers.
With the Cavaliers new offensive system in place, players may finally be coming around. On Sunday night, the Cavs had 27 fast-break points and had lay-up after lay-up. Easy scoring with fast breaks and also in the halfcourt sets was a trend; The Cavaliers players were constantly on the move.
For the Mavericks, they are coming off a loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. The Mavs shot only 31 percent from the field in the 1st half, and fell behind by 36 points. Dallas did muster a furious comeback but the Suns were able to hold on for the wine.
Things to look for tonight:
- Manny Harris, as he will look to continue his strong play and show Coach Scott that he can indeed lead the Cavaliers to the promised land.
- Christian Eyenga, and his surprising outside jumper. He will look to prove that was simply not luck.
- Ryan Hollins; With Samuels and Hickson emerging, Hollins will attempt to get back into the thick of things and remind Scott that he's still an athletic 7-footer.
- Another Cavaliers win, plain and simple.
Keep your heads up Cleveland
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