The Cavs survived the Hornet's late run to secure the double OT victory. The big four looked excellent while the bench unit left a lot to be desired.
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The Cavs were unable to come back from a weak first half, and lost to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. It turned out to be a great game, however.
The Cavs were shorthanded heading into it, but their loss to the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night was still a brutal one.
Ricky Rubio provided leadership and depth for the Cleveland Cavaliers this season. He was recently traded, but he was instrumental for the team's revival.