The much-anticipated rematch between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City Thunder did not live up to the hype as the Thunder handed the Cavaliers their sixth and worst loss of the season, 134-114.

Here are three compelling storylines for the highly anticipated rematch. Cleveland's bonified superstar is undoubtedly Donovan Mitchell. Unfortunately, he had his worst game of the year in the Cavalier's first matchup with the Thunder.

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been one of the best teams ... against the Cavaliers' two-headed monster of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Because of this, Jaylin Williams should see an increase ...

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These teams played last Wednesday in Cleveland and the Cavs won the clash of the titans, 129-122. The Cavaliers’ twin towers of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley combined for 46 points and 21 rebounds to lead the team to a Round 1 win in this regular season battle. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 to lead all scorers.

Cleveland and Oklahoma City have followed similar paths to success in the years since the departure of their franchise icons.

CLEVELAND — Jarrett Allen comes across as someone who would ... 129-122 win over the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder (30-6), but Allen gave Cleveland a lift against the Raptors ...

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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 40 points and eight assists in three quarters, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rolled past the Cleveland Cavaliers 134-114 on Thursday night in a matchup of teams with the best records in the NBA.

No team has exposed Chet Holmgren’s absence more so than Cleveland and its supersized frontcourt of Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen.

James will make his record 20th consecutive start and 21st overall appearance as an All-Star and Curry, the long-time face of the Golden State Warriors, is now formally serving as host for the weekend with his 11th All-Star appearance.