Cavs Break Franchise Record with 16th Straight Win on March 15

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cleveland Cavaliers achieved a franchise milestone by securing their 16th consecutive victory with a 133-124 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on March 15, 2025. This marks the second time this season the Cavs have broken their own record for consecutive wins.

Despite playing without their leading scorer, Donovan Mitchell, the Cavaliers showcased a well-rounded performance. They managed to outlast a stellar 44-point effort from Grizzlies’ star Ja Morant. “We really stepped up as a team tonight, everyone played their part,” said Cavs forward Evan Mobley, who contributed significantly on both ends of the floor.

This victory places the Cavaliers firmly at the top of the Eastern Conference, with their eyes set on securing the best playoff position. “We still have a long way to go, but we are happy with our current form and we want to keep it going,” said coach J.B. Bickerstaff.

In other action on the same night, the Denver Nuggets, thanks to clutch performances, secured the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference with a hard-fought 131-126 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Jamal Murray led the Nuggets with critical late-game shots, ensuring they keep pace in the competitive playoff race.

“Every game is vital. It’s crunch time,” said Murray after the game. “We have to keep pushing and focusing on what we need to do.”

The momentum in the playoffs is heating up, with the Nuggets, Lakers, Rockets, and Grizzlies all vying for crucial positioning. The Lakers, who were missing LeBron James due to a groin strain, are currently riding a four-game losing streak.

Meanwhile, in the Eastern Conference, the Boston Celtics clinched a playoff berth following a 103-91 victory over the Miami Heat. Derrick White played a pivotal role, scoring 12 out of his 18 points in the fourth quarter. “We’ve fought through a lot this season, and clinching the playoffs shows our hard work is paying off,” said White.

The Indiana Pacers also made headlines with a comeback win against the Philadelphia 76ers. After trailing by 16 points in the first half, the Pacers outscored the Sixers in the second half, led by Pascal Siakam’s 27 points.

As teams prepare for the playoffs, fans are on the edge of their seats, thrilled by the thrilling race in both conferences. The next couple of weeks promise to be crucial for playoff contenders striving for supremacy.