Cavaliers Defeat Clippers in Dominant Performance
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:30 PM ET · Intuit Dome
Cleveland Cavaliers 124, LA Clippers 91, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Cleveland Cavaliers vs LA Clippers?
Cleveland Cavaliers beat LA Clippers 124-91 at Intuit Dome on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Cleveland Cavaliers vs LA Clippers?
Cleveland Cavaliers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
The Cleveland Cavaliers continued their strong season with a decisive 124-91 victory over the LA Clippers at the Intuit Dome on February 5, 2026. This win marked the Cavaliers' third consecutive victory over the Clippers, extending their series lead to 3-0 this season, having previously won both encounters earlier in the year. The Cavaliers have now shown their dominance in this matchup, winning the series 2-0 in the current season alone.
Cleveland came into the game with a record of 31-21, showcasing solid form with an 8-2 record over their last ten games. Their average points scored during this stretch was 117.6, while they allowed an average of 110.2 points per game. The Cavaliers had recently secured a victory against the Portland Trail Blazers, winning 130-111, and were riding a one-game winning streak at the time of the matchup against the Clippers.
In contrast, the Clippers, with a record of 23-27, were struggling to find consistent form, having lost their last game against the Philadelphia 76ers 113-128. Over their last ten games, the Clippers recorded a 7-3 record, but they faced challenges, particularly in their recent performance, which included a loss that snapped a brief winning streak. The Clippers averaged 115.2 points scored and allowed 110.5 points per game during this stretch.
At home, the Clippers had a record of 3-1 in their last four games, while the Cavaliers boasted a strong away record of 5-1 in their last six games. The contrasting home and away performances added an interesting dynamic to the matchup, with the Clippers looking to capitalize on their home advantage.
In terms of injuries, the Clippers were without Jordan Miller due to a shoulder issue, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were both listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively. The absence of these players could have impacted the Clippers' performance, especially against a well-rounded Cavaliers team.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Cavaliers with a spread of -2.5, indicating that they were expected to win by at least three points. The total points over/under was set at 221.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
The conditions at the Intuit Dome featured a typical indoor basketball environment, conducive to high-paced play and scoring. The Cavaliers capitalized on their opportunities, executing their offense effectively throughout the game.
As the game unfolded, the Cavaliers established their dominance early on, leading to a significant gap that the Clippers struggled to close. Key scoring plays included contributions from players like Tyrese Proctor and Larry Nance Jr., who consistently found ways to score against the Clippers' defense.
Overall, the Cavaliers' performance was marked by their ability to control the pace of the game and capitalize on the Clippers' defensive lapses. The Clippers will need to regroup and address their issues, particularly as they navigate the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CLE -2.5 | 221.5 o -105 / u -115 | Cleveland Cavaliers -148 · LA Clippers +124 |
Injury report
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
Leaders
- PointsKawhi Leonard25LA Clippers
- AssistsKris Dunn6LA Clippers
- ReboundsYanic Konan Niederhauser8LA Clippers
- PointsDonovan Mitchell29Cleveland Cavaliers
- AssistsDonovan Mitchell9Cleveland Cavaliers
- ReboundsJarrett Allen11Cleveland Cavaliers
Recent form
LA Clippers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1115.2 scored · 110.5 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L113-128vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 3
- W117-93at Phoenix SunsFeb 2
- L109-122at Denver NuggetsJan 31
- W115-103at Utah JazzJan 28
- W126-89vs Brooklyn NetsJan 26
- W112-104vs Los Angeles LakersJan 23
- L110-138at Chicago BullsJan 21
- W110-106at Washington WizardsJan 19
- W121-117at Toronto RaptorsJan 17
- W119-105vs Washington WizardsJan 15
Cleveland Cavaliers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W1117.6 scored · 110.2 allowed per game5-1 away
- W130-111at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 2
- L113-126at Phoenix SunsJan 31
- W129-99vs Los Angeles LakersJan 29
- W114-98vs Orlando MagicJan 27
- W119-105at Orlando MagicJan 25
- W123-118vs Sacramento KingsJan 24
- W94-87at Charlotte HornetsJan 22
- L104-136vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 19
- W117-115at Philadelphia 76ersJan 17
- W133-107at Philadelphia 76ersJan 15
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Cleveland Cavaliers | LA Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 50-98 | 37-80 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 16-41 | 6-28 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 21 |
| Free throws | 8-13 | 11-12 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 92 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 31 |
| Assists | 30 | 20 |
| Steals | 17 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 24 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 47 |
| Fast-break points | 27 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 60 | 54 |
| Fouls | 12 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 35 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter79-57Sam Merrill makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dennis Schroder assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-60Kawhi Leonard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kobe Sanders assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-61John Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter79-62John Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-62Craig Porter Jr. makes 9-foot two point shot (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-62Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter83-62Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter85-62Donovan Mitchell makes 13-foot two point shot (Dennis Schroder assists)
- 3rd Quarter85-64Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes 2-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter86-64Donovan Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter87-64Donovan Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter87-66Jordan Miller makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter89-66Donovan Mitchell makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
- 3rd Quarter89-68John Collins makes 12-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter92-68Donovan Mitchell makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter94-68Craig Porter Jr. makes 1-foot running dunk (Dennis Schroder assists)
- 4th Quarter96-68Donovan Mitchell makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter99-68Craig Porter Jr. makes 24-foot running pullup jump shot (Nae'Qwan Tomlin assists)
- 4th Quarter101-68Thomas Bryant makes running layup (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter101-70Cam Christie makes 3-foot running dunk (Jordan Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter103-70Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter103-72Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Jordan Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter103-75Kobe Brown makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bogdan Bogdanovic assists)
- 4th Quarter105-75Jaylon Tyson makes 3-foot running pullup jump shot (Dennis Schroder assists)
- 4th Quarter105-77Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes 5-foot layup (TyTy Washington Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter108-77Keon Ellis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Larry Nance Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter110-77Tyrese Proctor makes running layup (Craig Porter Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter110-80Jordan Miller makes 25-foot three point jumper (TyTy Washington Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter113-80Larry Nance Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Proctor assists)
- 4th Quarter113-83Kobe Brown makes 27-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter115-83Tristan Enaruna makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter117-83Tyrese Proctor makes running layup
- 4th Quarter117-85Kobe Brown makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter119-85Tyrese Proctor makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter119-86Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-87Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-87Larry Nance Jr. makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Tyrese Proctor assists)
- 4th Quarter121-89Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes 4-foot driving dunk (TyTy Washington Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter124-89Larry Nance Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tristan Enaruna assists)
- 4th Quarter124-91Kobe Brown makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours LA Clippers, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.
Venue
- Intuit DomeInglewood, CA
- Attendance17927
- OfficialsKevin Cutler, Scott Twardoski, Brandon Adair
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