Cleveland, OH
Cavs outlast Nets 105-100, improving their unprecedented start to 11-0
CLEVELAND, Ohio — There were many emotions leading up to Saturday’s contest between the Cavs and Brooklyn Nets, spilling onto the floor in a scrappy, back-and-forth game between two teams reeling in the second game of a back-to-back.
After losing their initial lead and trailing in the fourth, the Cavs stormed back for a gritty 105-100 win, becoming just the 12th team in NBA history to start a season 11-0.
Kenny Atkinson has led the Cavs to their best start in franchise history, but the last two games he wanted a little more than the rest.
On Friday, he faced off against Golden State and Steve Kerr, the team and coach that Atkinson credits heavily for his development to get to where he is. On Saturday, he took on the team that gave him his first shot at being a head coach.
With his new team, Atkinson beat them both.
“Last night I was like, man, I wanted that game because you’ve had such great experience with the team you were with, but you also want to beat ‘em,” Atkinson said ahead of the matchup with Brooklyn. “It’s the same with the Nets. Wonderful experience I had, but there’s always a little something extra when you’ve been with a team before. So a little more awareness, a little more tension. You want it a little more.”
Again, on Saturday, the Cavs got off to a fast start, playing for their coach and to continue their unbeaten streak.
Donovan Mitchell scored 15 of his 22 points in the first quarter and the Cavs shot 75% from the field in the opening frame. Evan Mobley was perfect at halftime with 13 points, shooting 5 of 5 from the field while corralling 10 rebounds and recording his first double-double in a single half since Nov. 28, 2023, in the first half versus the Atlanta Hawks.
But the second period saw the Nets, who entered Saturday with the second slowest pace in the NBA, dictate the speed of the game and claw back from a 15-point deficit, as the Cavs led by just two at halftime.
The Cavs have expressed their desire to come out in the second half with the same energy they start the games with. Especially after Friday’s game where they were lackadaisical with a 41-point halftime lead, the Cavs and Atkinson had the opportunity on Saturday to correct that mistake with it still on their minds.
“I don’t know what our third quarter stats say, [but] I think that’s our next hurdle,” Atkinson said at his pregame press conference Saturday. “Obviously (Friday) night was not a good one. I know this team has struggled in the third quarter. It seems to me the great teams are third quarter teams too, so we got to do a better job coming out of the locker room.”
Even with the extra emphasis, the Cavs saw the Nets go on a 30-5 run and take a double-digit lead in the third quarter after the Cavs scored just 13 points to open the second half.
But when trailing by 12 points entering the final frame, the Cavs roared back behind the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse crowd.
Although they had plenty to be disgruntled with outside of their first quarter performance, the Cavs wouldn’t go away quietly.
The Cavs have proven themselves to be starters and finishers with players who can step up when the game comes down to the wire. In a game that saw both teams take double-digit leads, it came down to the final six minutes.
And the pressure of letting their winning streak slip from their fingers was felt.
“Normally, this is 11 games in, you’re not thinking about a streak,” Atkinson said postgame. “But tonight, you’re like, man, I don’t want it to end this way. … We’re trying to win every game, but it’s kind of weirdly in the back of your mind when you’re out there competing, like, man, we got to keep this thing going.”
Their surge back began when Atkinson called for a small-ball lineup that had never played together before, consisting of Mitchell, Darius Garland, Caris LeVert, Ty Jerome, and Mobley at the five.
Atkinson went to Mobley as the center for the entire fourth quarter as the 7-footer forced more problems both offensively and defensively than Jarrett Allen had to that point. Mobley finished with 23 points, 16 rebounds, four steals and a game-sealing block. He was 10 of 11 from the field.
With that five-man group on the floor, the Cavs were confident that any player could create offense while being stout on defense. And with this lineup playing the majority of the minutes in the final period, Cleveland flipped the script. The Cavs scored 35 points while holding the Nets to 18, finishing on a 26-11 run.
“Defensively, we locked in, got stops, got rebounds, boxed out, didn’t miss opportunities,” Mitchell said. “We did all the little things, and I think that’s what you saw tonight, just the effort as a whole. And that’s what made this one special.”
Jerome, who finished with four points, five assists and two steals, forced a shot clock violation against Dennis Schroder. The stop led to a LeVert layup. On the very next possession, Jerome forced another turnover that led to a LeVert dunk, cutting the Nets lead to two.
Then the Cavs turned to their most reliable star to close the game. Garland finished with 20 points, including eight in the final five minutes, along with six assists.
“He’s got everything,” Atkinson praised. “He’s a complete, complete point guard. But I had heard there were some, maybe last year there was some end of game [issues]. It didn’t always go great. But, from my point of view, just, you know, coaching him for the first time, I’m just blown away [by] his control of end of game situations.”
Garland’s 5-foot floater with 1:24 left gave the Cavs 101 points, a score the Nets would never reach, as Cleveland held Brooklyn scoreless over the last minute of the contest.
“We fought for 48 minutes, literally,” Garland said before Mitchell drenched him with a water bottle. “That was a big (expletive) win. .,. It was a great effort from everybody. We needed everybody tonight.
“We know how hard it is to win in this league. And now, 11 in a row. 11-0. We’re the hunted. We’re not the hunters no more.”
Up Next
The Cavs now take their 11-0 streak on the road to face the Chicago Bulls on Monday with tipoff set at 8 p.m. Eastern.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said ICE arrested more than 280 people during a recent immigration enforcement crackdown.
Operation Buckeye took place throughout the state from Dec. 18 to 21.
The DHS described those arrested as “illegal aliens” and said some are criminals convicted of aggravated assault against a police officer, robbery, criminal possession of a firearm, and drug trafficking.
“While Americans were attending Christmas parties and shopping for gifts for their loved ones, ICE law enforcement was hard at work arresting the worst of the worst,” the DHS stated.
The results of Operation Buckeye was announced on Thursday, the same day anti-ICE protests gathered around Northeast Ohio following the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
The DHS highlighted these suspects as “some of the worst arrested during Operation Buckeye:
“Emanuel Guijosa-Nonato, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico convicted of aggravated assault against a police officer, disorderly conduct, driving under the influence of liquor, and illegal re-entry,” the DHS described.
“Andres Blanco Hernandez, a criminal illegal alien arrested for assault and domestic violence,” the DHS said.
“Wilmar Edgardo Lozano-Alcantara, a criminal illegal alien from El Salvador convicted of drug possession, robbery, and trespassing,“ the DHS listed.
“Erick Jose Ramos-Boscan, a criminal illegal alien from Venezuela convicted of criminal possession of a firearm,“ according to the DHS.
“Edilmiro Pedraza Quinones, a criminal illegal alien convicted of drug possession, shoplifting and contempt of court,“ the DHS stated.
“Marco Antonio Clemente Picazo, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico convicted of driving under the influence of liquor and drug possession,“ the DHS shared.
“Melvin Alejandro Rodriguez Rodriguez, a criminal illegal alien from Venezuela previously arrested for assault,“ according to the DHS.
“Fernandez Flores, a criminal illegal alien from Honduras convicted of making a false police report and arrested for larceny and obstructing police,“ the DHS described.
“The American people can be so proud of their ICE law enforcement for their hard work arresting the worst of the worst even during the holiday season,” Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated. “Operation Buckeye resulted in the arrest of more than 280 illegal aliens, including criminals convicted of assaulting a police officer, criminal firearm possession, and drug trafficking. Thanks to our law enforcement, Ohio neighborhoods are safer with these criminals behind bars where they belong.”
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An event where leaders, educators, instructional designers and others mingle, discuss e-learning technology and learn from an audience broader than their own.
— Pat Cassella, CEO and Executive Director
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The United States Distance Learning Association is proud to open registration for its 39th annual global distance learning conference. The event is being held in Cleveland, Ohio and the theme is “Universal Harmony: Exploring the Melodic Chords of Distance and Digital Learning.” The host location will be the Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower from June 22 – 25th, 2026.
The USDLA National Conference has long been an event where leaders, educators, instructional designers and others mingle, discuss e-learning technology and learn from an audience broader than their own. Past attendees have enjoyed the in-person interactions, hands-on networking and personal relationships made with one another. All registrations include access to the the virtual conference, with sessions being held June 16th-17th, 2026.
The Conference and Events committee is well established and known each year for providing the best experience possible for personalized networking and cutting-edge session tracks. Past attendee feedback plays an instrumental role in planning the details for subsequent events. Universal Harmony: Exploring the Melodic Chords of Distance and Digital Learning focuses on tracks that are in high demand as educators continue to navigate both remote and in-person learning strategies. These tracks include:
– The Digital AI Groove: Exploring Innovative Techniques and Technologies Education
– Backstage Pass to Policy: Navigating Governance and Regulation in Distance Education
– The Headliners: Distance and Digital Leadership on the Higher Education Mainstage
– Open Mic, Open Minds: Ensuring Quality, Flexibility, and Access in Online Learning
– The ID Set List: Curating Best Practices in Instructional Design
– Amplify Every Voice: Ensuring Accessibility and Inclusivity in Online Education
– The K-12 Playground: Curating Best Practices in the K-12 Space
ALL concurrent sessions are end-user led, and share best practices within the world of distance and digital learning. These presentations will be focused “power sessions” that eliminate fluff and get right into the important details on the topic. Offering more than 30 sessions, topics for 2026 include Reframing Bloom’s for the Age of AI, ADA Compliance for Instructional Designers, Leveraging AI to Design Online Course Modules, AI Roleplay in the Classroom, Composing AI Policy for Responsible, Effective Digital Learning, Digital Harmony and more.
There are also several free pre and post-conference workshops with daily complimentary breakfast and lunch, making this a very cost effective event.
***Conference Registration Rates***
Member Early Bird $495 (Valid until 1/31/2026)
Member Standard $550 (Valid 2/1/2026 through 6/21/2026)
Member On-site $595 (after 6/21/2026)
Non-Member Early Bird $595 (Valid until 1/31/2026)
Non-Member Standard $650 (Valid 2/1/2026 through 6/21/2026)
Non-Member On-site $695 (after 6/21/2026)
All USDLA members providing their membership username (email) at time of registration will receive the USDLA Member rate.
Please send any questions to membership@usdla.org
***For-Profit and Not-For-Profit Discount Special (Bundle Savings)***
Purchase 2 registrations, get the 3rd for free ($495 savings)
Purchase 3 registrations, get the 4th and 5th for free ($990 savings)
**Single Day and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame event Rates**
One-Day Pass – $299 (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday)
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Event – $199 (includes private tour and cocktail hour)
**Presenter Rates**
On-Site Presenter fee $300 (includes full on-site conference pass)
Virtual Presenter fee $100 (if presenting remotely)
Contact Harriet Watkins for presenter registration code at harriet.watkins@iconnect-na.com
Full details can be found at the national conference registration website.
Keynote: Dr. Michael Torrence, President, Motlow State Community College
Dr. Michael Torrence is a nationally recognized strategist, visionary, writer, and thought leader
in higher education who has redefined institutional excellence through innovation, inclusion, and transformative leadership. Since becoming the seventh President of Motlow State Community College in May 2018, he has transformed the institution into an award-winning, cutting-edge model of academic and workforce innovation.
Featured Presenter: Robbie Melton, Associate Vice President – SMART Global Technology Innovation Strategist
Presenting on “The Tools Shaping the World of Artificial Intelligence”, Dr. Melton has published and presented globally on the impact and value of mobile devices for education and the workforce. Her study of the pedagogy and best teaching practices with mobile devices, quality standards for the utilization of mobile apps, and her creation of the Mobile App Education and Workforce Resource Center has resulted in numerous awards.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Event
Join us for an exclusive, private evening of exploring, heavy apps (enough for dinner) and cool beverages. We will kick everything off at 6:30 with shuttles taking attendees to the event from the hotel. Attendees will be given VIP passes (lanyards) with information on what is on each level of the hall. The R&R HOF staff will be our guides for the evening.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you are tired of large shows with limited attendee engagement, our national conference is an intimate environment where partners are part of the production from the very start, demonstrating their gear as part of the conference production.
The dramatic growth of the distance learning industry makes our market attractive to a variety of technology, content, and service providers. Conference partners proudly support the distance education community and make lifelong contacts in the process.
Full details can be found on the sponsorship opportunities page.
Distance Learning Awards
As the premier organization promoting the use and practice of distance learning, USDLA recognizes “the best of the best” each year with its series of individual and organizational awards. Open to member and non-members alike, nominations are submitted in January, judged by committees of peers, and then awarded as a highlight of USDLA’s National Conference.
A unique aspect of the competition is that the various categories are open on an equal basis to all forms of distance learning platforms, addressing the gamut of distance learning audiences, and from anywhere in the world. That range is illustrated by past awards years where top honors went to a major US university for its innovative design of an online computer science course, “Quantitative Methods for Information Systems” and to a videoconferencing provider in Ghana for expanding the horizons of that country’s K-12 students.
Learn more at the distance learning awards page.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A man in his 30s was shot in the leg in downtown Cleveland on Thursday afternoon.
The shooting happened on Ontario Street near Public Square in front of Jake’s Deli around 5 pm.
The victim drove himself to East 18th and Euclid Avenue, where he called the police.
The man was taken to the hospital for treatment.
19 News has reached out to Cleveland EMS for his condition.
Police said information suggests this appears to be an isolated incident following a confrontation between two individuals.
Cleveland Police officers and detectives are working to identify the suspect.
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