Cavaliers Dominate Trail Blazers
On February 1, 2026, the Cleveland Cavaliers showcased a dominant performance against the Portland Trail Blazers, concluding the game with a 130-111 victory at Moda Center in Portland. This win came as a welcome rebound for the Cavaliers following a disappointing game against the Phoenix Suns just days earlier.
Jarrett Allen’s Career-Best Performance
Central to Cleveland’s success was center Jarrett Allen, who delivered a career-best performance, scoring an impressive 40 points on 16 of 23 shooting. His ability to navigate through the Blazers’ defense was unmatched, continually finding ways to penetrate the paint despite staunch opposition from Portland’s center, Donovan Clingan. Allen not only excelled offensively but also made his presence felt on the defensive end, accumulating 17 rebounds, four blocks, and two steals.
Notable Absences
The game proved to be somewhat unorthodox, as both teams faced notable absences. The Cavaliers played without key players Evan Mobley, sidelined with a calf injury, and Darius Garland, who was out due to a foot issue. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers struggled with their own absences, missing Deni Avdija, Scoot Henderson, and Jrue Holiday.
Game Highlights
Despite these challenges, the first half was dominated by Allen, who scored 25 points to help the Cavaliers head into the locker room with a nine-point lead. The third quarter saw Cleveland expand their advantage, winning it 41-30, thanks in part to their effective shooting from beyond the arc.
Contributing to the triumph was Sam Merrill, who was a long-range threat, hitting 6 out of 8 attempts from three-point territory and finishing the game with 22 points. Jaylon Tyson added another strong performance with 18 points and was flawless from deep, shooting 4 for 4. Although Donovan Mitchell faced difficulty finding his rhythm, he still managed to dish out a game-high nine assists along with 14 points.
Blazers’ Rally
The Blazers, despite being down by 24 points in the fourth quarter, rallied and narrowed the gap to ten at one point, but the Cavaliers maintained control. Caleb Love led Portland’s scoring with 21 points while Shaedon Sharpe contributed 20.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, the Cavaliers have now triumphed in six of their last seven games, reflecting a strong season where they have won nine out of their last 12 and 13 of their last 17 overall. Looking ahead, Cleveland will continue their Western Conference road trip as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Clippers next, with the game scheduled for 10:30 PM on Wednesday.
