Brooklyn dominated Cleveland today, winning by a final score of 102-89. Although the score was 0-0 at the start of the game, Brooklyn quickly took charge and, aside from brief flurries of activity by Cleveland, were never really threatened. "We were schooled out there," said Cleveland coach Bob. "I mean it wasn't a blowout, but they sure were in control the entire game. [Brooklyn coach] Bob did a great job getting his team ready for the game, and Owens was nearly unstoppable." Brooklyn was led by Owens (24 points, 7 assists, a block), Jackson (6 points, 3 steals), Jeanlouis (15 points, 5 boards, 2 assists). Cleveland was led by Newcomb (21 points, 4 steals, a block), Hobbs (10 points, 16 boards, 1 assists, a block), Smith (16 points, 4 assists).

Brooklyn jump to 29-17 and 19-7 at home with today's victory. They hold at #1 in the Atlantic and remain at #3 overall in the Eastern Conference. Cleveland snapped their tear at 10 games, and are now 28-20. They stay at #5 in the Central and stay at #8 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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