Both teams entered the game riding double-digit win streaks, and the game played out like a heavyweight tilt. The score was rarely beyond two possessions throughout, but a late Cavs run that featured clutch shooting and a few big stops secured a 129-122 win for the East's top seed.

However, the basketball —and gambling — communities do recognize just how outstanding the Oklahoma City Thunder are. They have a better point differential this season than the Cavaliers (+12.1 to +11.8) and are on a 15-game winning streak that features wins against the Celtics, Knicks, the healthy Mavs, and the Pacers.

Raptors vs Cavaliers Game Highlights The Cavaliers won their 12th straight game as they defeated the Raptors, 132-126. Top Performers – Cleveland Darius Garland – 40 points, 9