Star guard Darius Garland has been cleared to play in the Cleveland Cavaliers' match against the Miami Heat, providing a significant boost for the team. Garland's return is timely as the Cavaliers aim to maintain their top position in the Eastern Conference.

The Cavaliers won their 12th consecutive game, 112-107 over the Miami Heat Wednesday night at Rocket Arena to clinch a spot in the NBA playoffs. The Cavs (52-10) are winners of 16 of their last 17 games as they begin their playoff prep.

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Darius Garland had 10 assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived some sloppiness in the final two minutes to win their 12th straight game, 112-107 over the banged-up Miami Heat.

Duncan Robinson thought he'd tied Wednesday night's game with a clutch three-pointer. But his heel went out of bounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers extended their win streak to 12 games.

Five takeaways from the Heat’s 112-107 loss to the Cleveland Cavalier on Wednesday at Rocket Arena: ▪ Playing without leading scorer Tyler Herro and three other rotation players, the Heat nearly stunned the Cavaliers before blowing yet another late lead.

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Darius Garland had 10 assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived some sloppiness in the final two minutes to win their 12th straight game 112-107 over the banged-up Miami Heat on Wednesday night.

Cleveland is the best two-way team in the NBA and that’s been especially true during this winning streak. In their last meeting with Miami, the Cavaliers shot 54% from the field, piling on 68 points in the paint, while holding the Heat to 22 points or less in three of the four quarters.

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Evan Mobley added 16 points and 13 rebounds, and the Cleveland Cavaliers closed on a 12-2 run to beat the visiting Miami Heat 112-107 on Wednesday for their 12 straight victory.

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Darius Garland had 10 assists and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived some sloppiness in the final two minutes to win their 12th straight game, 112-107, over the banged-up Miami Heat on Wednesday night. ( More Sports News) With the win, the Cavs became the first team to clinch a playoff berth.

CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Darius Garland had 10 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers survived some sloppiness in the final two minutes to win their 12th straight game, 112-107 over the banged-up Miami Heat on Wednesday night.

Cavaliers secure an NBA play-off berth with a 112-107 win over the Heat, overcoming a late deficit to extend their streak.