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Cavaliers Host Nets Seeking Rebound From Season Opener Loss

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Cleveland hosted Brooklyn at Rocket Arena for its home opener on Oct. 24, 2026, after losing its season opener to Philadelphia, 114-106, despite building a 24-point lead. Donovan Mitchell had 32 points and 10 rebounds in that loss. Brooklyn entered the matchup after beating Charlotte, while Cleveland listed Tyler Bilodeau as out with a right shoulder sprain.

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