The Cavaliers are playing their best basketball of the season. Offensive efficiency blowing the roof and defensive intensity that is simply overwhelming the Hornets. Charlotte just can’t get a break.

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Exterminating the Hornets started with protecting the Q from their sting; by limiting Charlotte to 13 points in the first quarter and piling on a 35 point led by halftime, Cleveland has finally started to enjoy basketball again. Unlike their 43 prior games, the Cavaliers look like they’re having fun.