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When the clock hit zero, it was Max Strus’ beyond-midcourt 3-pointer that thrust the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 121-119 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday, before their home crowd.

Strus came toe-to-toe with Donovan Mitchell, each sinking seven 3-pointers throughout the match.In an intense 67 seconds late in the fourth quarter, Strus managed to net four, topping it off with another impossible shot over.J. Washington’s last-minute 2.1-second layup.

Not only were fans left in absolute astonishment, but NFL icons, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce also didn’t lag in sharing their reactions.

 

 

 

 

Despite seven turnovers, Mitchell amassed 31 points, seven rebounds, and six assists. Strus added 21 points to the tally while Jarrett Allen secured 19 points and nine rebounds for the Cavaliers.

The victory marked a double-win streak for the Cavaliers and confirmed their season sweep against the Mavericks. This followed their 113-110 victory over the Mavericks in Dallas on Dec 27.