Cleveland came out on top in an exciting game against Oklahoma Cty. "I'm sure it was a dream game for the fans, with the result in the balance down to the end," said Cleveland coach Bob. "But these sorts of games give me gray hair."

Bob and his counterpart, Oklahoma Cty coach Bob, brought out the best in their teams. "Not a lot of mistakes from either side," said Bob. "That's what I like to see. Of course, I'd like to see us win as well but only one team can do that. Cleveland just played better, and we have to tip our hats to them."

Cleveland was led by Patrick (20 points, a steal, 3 blocks), Smith (15 points, 2 steals), Scurry (21 points, 3 assists). Oklahoma Cty was led by Pollard (21 points, 2 steals), Madison (21 points, 0 assists, a block), Wilson (12 points, 3 blocks).

Cleveland improve to 42-34 and 25-14 at home. They stay at #5 in the Central and hold at #9 overall in the Eastern Conference. Oklahoma Cty stand at 30-45. They stay at #3 in the Northwest and remain at #9 overall in the Western Conference.

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