On October 15th , the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons 118-100. After four quarters of competition, the Cavaliers won the preseason game with a strong performance in the final quarter.

In the first quarter, Mitchell was in blazing form, scoring 13 points and hitting three three-pointers, leading the Cavaliers to a rapid, controlled tempo. Despite a late-quarter rally, the Pistons still trailed 31-42. In the second quarter, the Cavaliers' offense briefly stalled, allowing the Pistons to launch a comeback and briefly take the lead. In crucial moments, the Cavaliers, relying on Allen's consistent post play and perimeter firepower, re-established their advantage, leading 62-57 at halftime .

In the third quarter, Harris contributed 12 points to help the Pistons narrow the gap, but the Cavaliers regained control through lineup adjustments and effective play, leading 86-77 after three quarters. Entering the final quarter, the Pistons launched a comeback, scoring consecutively to reduce the deficit to 7 points. Mitchell and Allen scored consecutively to quickly extend the lead. The bench performed steadily, continuously suppressing the Pistons' counterattack. Ultimately, the Cavaliers, relying on their strong performance in the final quarter, defeated the Pistons 118-100.

Cavaliers player statistics

Mitchell had 17 points, 2 rebounds , 3 assists , and 3 steals, Allen had 15 points, 6 rebounds , 2 assists , 1 steal , and 2 blocks, and Dean Wade had 15 points, 9 rebounds , 1 assist, and 1 block.

Pistons player statistics

Tobias Harris had 19 points, 5 rebounds , 1 assist and 1 block, Dennis Jenkins had 19 points, 2 rebounds , 6 assists and 1 steal, and Ron Holland had 11 points , 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal and 1 block.