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Hornets Shut Out Cavs in OT for 119-111 Win as Rookie Knueppel Scores 29

The defeat spotlighted Cleveland's inconsistency fueled by injuries.

Dec 14, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (5) shoots the ball against Philadelphia 76ers forward Justin Edwards (11) during the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images
Dec 14, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Washington Wizards guard/forward Justin Champagnie (9) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Jarace Walker (5) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Dec 14, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA;  Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (9) shoots a three-point shot against Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody (4) during the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images
Dec 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball as Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) and center Deandre Ayton (5) defend during the second half of a game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Cleveland missed all 10 shots in overtime and was outscored 8-0 in the extra period to fall 119-111 at home.
  • Kon Knueppel led Charlotte with 29 points, while Brandon Miller added 25 points with a career-high 13 rebounds and six assists.
  • Miles Bridges contributed 20 points, 10 rebounds and six assists as the short-handed Hornets notched a rare road victory.
  • Brandon Miller tied the game with a late three before regulation ended, and Donovan Mitchell missed a potential winner at the horn.
  • Darius Garland posted a season-high 26 points with nine assists, Donovan Mitchell struggled at 6-for-24 (1-for-11 from three), and the Cavs dropped to 15-12 with Evan Mobley out due to a left calf strain that could sideline him for about a month.