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Cavaliers Outlast Warriors In Tight Chase Center Game

PUBLISHED Apr 3, 2026, 1:23 AM ET

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SAN FRANCISCO — The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Golden State Warriors 118-111 at Chase Center on Thursday night as Donovan Mitchell scored 25 and Max Strus hit a decisive three with 54 seconds remaining; James Harden added 19 points in a close road victory for Cleveland. The loss extended Golden State's skid to three straight this week and left the Warriors facing a likely sub-.500 finish; Steph Curry missed his 27th consecutive game but is reportedly set to return on Sunday, while Cleveland continued a strong stretch with seven wins in nine games.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Stephen Curry missed his 27th consecutive game leading into the matchup due to a knee issue.
Warriors regained several players (Melton, Santos, Porzingis, Payton) ahead of Thursday's game.
Cleveland Cavaliers beat Golden State 118-111 at Chase Center on Thursday night.
Key performances: Donovan Mitchell 25, Max Strus 24, James Harden 19; Gui Santos and Brandin Podziemski 25 each for Warriors.
Reports indicate Steph Curry could return on the upcoming Sunday, affecting short-term Warriors outlook.

News Intelligence

If you're a Warriors fan, this loss stings. But there's hope on the horizon. Steph Curry is set to return Sunday, potentially turning the tide. If you're a Cavs fan, this win is a testament to the team's resilience. Keep an eye on the next few games to see if they maintain this momentum.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 7
Right Leaning:: 1
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6

Who Benefited

The Cleveland Cavaliers benefited from balanced scoring and late-game execution, securing a road victory that extended a hot stretch and reinforced their depth and closing ability.

Who Impacted

The Golden State Warriors suffered from limited roster availability and poor three-point shooting, leaving them with a third straight loss and jeopardizing a .500 season finish.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 7
Right Leaning:: 1
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 6
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 86%, Right 14%

Who Benefited

The Cleveland Cavaliers benefited from balanced scoring and late-game execution, securing a road victory that extended a hot stretch and reinforced their depth and closing ability.

Who Impacted

The Golden State Warriors suffered from limited roster availability and poor three-point shooting, leaving them with a third straight loss and jeopardizing a .500 season finish.