Donovan Mitchell scores 31 points as Cavaliers thrash Giannis-less Bucks 135-95 for 6th win in a row


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CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell had 31 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers took advantage of Milwaukee being without superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo to extend their winning streak to a season-best six games by pounding the Bucks 135-95. Antetokounmpo sat with a bruised right shoulder. The two-time MVP is not expected to be out for an extended period. Cleveland took the Bucks out early, bolting to a 22-2 lead. The Cavs improved to 11-3 since losing starters Darius Garland and Evan Mobley with injuries. Damian Lillard had 17 points for the Bucks. Georges Niang added a career-high 33 points and Jarrett Allen 21 for the Cavs.

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