With 36 points tonight, Cam Thomas sets a new mark for most points scored by a reserve in a team’s season opening game (since 1970-71 when starters were officially tracked), passing Ricky Pierce of the Bucks (35 PTS, November 3, 1989, MIL@BOS).

Donovan Mitchell led the Cleveland Cavaliers with 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists on the way to a 114-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Max Strus added 27 points (7-13 3PT FG), along with a career-high 12 rebounds and 2 assists as Darius Garland totaled 15 points and 5 assists for the Cavaliers. Cam Thomas led the Nets with 36 points (13-21 FG), 3 rebounds, and 2 assists while Mikal Bridges added 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists.

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