On Wednesday, Jan. 22, the Cavaliers defeated the Charlotte Hornets, 94-87. In Garland's place, the Cavaliers' coaching staff turned to Donovan Mitchell, Tyrese Proctor and Craig Porter Jr. to try and run the offense.

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Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points, Evan Mobley added 14 points and 14 rebounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers jumped out to 21-point first-quarter lead and held on to beat the Charlotte Hornets 94-87 for their fifth win in their last six road games.

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Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers were solid on defense on the way to beating the host Charlotte Hornets 94-87 on Wednesday night.