Suns Defeat Cavaliers 126-113 in Home Matchup
Friday, January 30, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center
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Who won Cleveland Cavaliers vs Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns beat Cleveland Cavaliers 126-113 at Mortgage Matchup Center on January 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Cleveland Cavaliers vs Phoenix Suns?
Cleveland Cavaliers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.
The Phoenix Suns secured a decisive victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers with a final score of 126-113 at the Mortgage Matchup Center. This win not only improves the Suns' home record to 31-19 but also marks their third consecutive victory, showcasing their recent strong performance on their home court. The Suns have been averaging 111.1 points scored and allowing 107.3 points over their last ten games, with their latest win against the Detroit Pistons solidifying their home advantage.
In contrast, the Cavaliers came into this matchup riding a five-game winning streak, having won eight of their last ten games. Their recent form has seen them score an impressive average of 119.1 points while allowing 112.2 points. This performance reflects their ability to outscore opponents consistently, particularly in their last game against the Los Angeles Lakers, where they triumphed with a score of 129-99.
The series between these two teams is now tied at 1-1 for the season, with the Suns having previously defeated the Cavaliers 123-112 in their last home meeting on March 22, 2025. However, the Cavaliers had earlier bested the Suns 129-113 in their last encounter on December 31, 2025, indicating a competitive rivalry.
In terms of player availability, the Suns faced challenges with CJ Huntley and Mark Williams both listed as day-to-day due to hamstring and foot injuries, respectively. Their statuses could have influenced the Suns' strategy and rotation during the game. The Cavaliers, on the other hand, appeared to have a full roster, contributing to their recent success.
Betting odds from DraftKings indicated the Cavaliers were favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 221.5 for the game. The odds reflected the Cavaliers' strong away performance, having won all four of their previous away games leading up to this matchup. However, the Suns' home-court advantage proved significant as they managed to outperform expectations.
The game conditions were favorable, with no adverse weather or external factors impacting play. Fans were treated to an exciting matchup, with notable scoring plays in the fourth quarter, including Oso Ighodaro's alley-oop layup and Lonzo Ball's long-range three-pointer, which highlighted the offensive capabilities of both teams.
Overall, this game was a testament to the Suns' resilience and ability to perform under pressure at home, while the Cavaliers will look to regroup after this setback as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CLE -1.5 | 221.5 o -115 / u -105 | Cleveland Cavaliers -122 · Phoenix Suns +102 |
Injury report
- CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
- Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns
Leaders
- PointsDillon Brooks27Phoenix Suns
- AssistsCollin Gillespie5Phoenix Suns
- ReboundsMark Williams7Phoenix Suns
- PointsDe'Andre Hunter17Cleveland Cavaliers
- AssistsDonovan Mitchell6Cleveland Cavaliers
- ReboundsJarrett Allen7Cleveland Cavaliers
Recent form
Phoenix Suns
Last 10: 6-4Streak W2111.1 scored · 107.3 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W114-96vs Detroit PistonsJan 30
- W106-102vs Brooklyn NetsJan 28
- L102-111vs Miami HeatJan 26
- L103-110at Atlanta HawksJan 24
- W116-110at Philadelphia 76ersJan 21
- W126-117at Brooklyn NetsJan 20
- W106-99at New York KnicksJan 18
- L105-108at Detroit PistonsJan 16
- L121-127at Miami HeatJan 14
- W112-93vs Washington WizardsJan 12
Cleveland Cavaliers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W5119.1 scored · 112.2 allowed per game4-0 away
- 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
- L112-123vs Utah JazzJan 13
- W146-134vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 10
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 | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 45-97 | 45-85 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 15-48 | 23-48 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 48 |
| Free throws | 8-11 | 13-18 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 34 |
| Assists | 34 | 31 |
| Steals | 13 | 15 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 4 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 4 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 36 | 31 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 34 |
| Points in the paint | 56 | 34 |
| Fouls | 17 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 33 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 7 | 88 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter69-89Grayson Allen makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter69-92Jordan Goodwin makes 26-foot running jump shot (Dillon Brooks assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-92Donovan Mitchell makes 25-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter72-95Dillon Brooks makes 27-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter75-95Donovan Mitchell makes 27-foot three point jumper (Thomas Bryant assists)
- 3rd Quarter78-95De'Andre Hunter makes 22-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-95Donovan Mitchell makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter79-96Dillon Brooks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter79-97Dillon Brooks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-100Collin Gillespie makes 27-foot running jump shot (Jamaree Bouyea assists)
- 4th Quarter79-103Jordan Goodwin makes 23-foot running jump shot (Ryan Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter79-104Collin Gillespie makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter79-106Oso Ighodaro makes 4-foot reverse layup (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter79-109Collin Gillespie makes 30-foot running jump shot (Jamaree Bouyea assists)
- 4th Quarter79-112Collin Gillespie makes 25-foot running jump shot (Oso Ighodaro assists)
- 4th Quarter82-112Larry Nance Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (De'Andre Hunter assists)
- 4th Quarter84-112De'Andre Hunter makes running layup (Tyrese Proctor assists)
- 4th Quarter85-112Tyrese Proctor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-112Tyrese Proctor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-112De'Andre Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-112De'Andre Hunter makes running dunk (Thomas Bryant assists)
- 4th Quarter89-115Jordan Goodwin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ryan Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter90-115Larry Nance Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-115Larry Nance Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-115Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-115Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-115Tyrese Proctor makes 1-foot running dunk
- 4th Quarter95-118Isaiah Livers makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter97-118Larry Nance Jr. makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter99-118Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes 2-foot running dunk (Larry Nance Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter99-121Rasheer Fleming makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Livers assists)
- 4th Quarter101-121Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes 2-foot dunk (Larry Nance Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter101-123Oso Ighodaro makes alley oop layup (Isaiah Livers assists)
- 4th Quarter103-123Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes dunk (Tyrese Proctor assists)
- 4th Quarter106-123Thomas Bryant makes 28-foot three point jumper (Lonzo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter108-123Larry Nance Jr. makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter108-124Isaiah Livers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-126Rasheer Fleming makes running layup
- 4th Quarter111-126Lonzo Ball makes 29-foot three point jumper (Thomas Bryant assists)
- 4th Quarter113-126Nae'Qwan Tomlin makes 1-foot dunk (Tyrese Proctor assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Phoenix Suns, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.
Venue
- Mortgage Matchup CenterPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance17071
- OfficialsMichael Smith, Mitchell Ervin, Nate Green
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