CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James scored 31 points in three quarters and Larry Nance Jr. reached career highs in points and rebounds in his first start for Cleveland, leading the Cavaliers to a 112-90 win over the Detroit Pistons.
The Cavs built a big lead and were able to rest James the entire fourth quarter.
Nance had 22 points and 15 rebounds as the Cavs went 2-3 on a disappointing homestand.
Blake Griffin scored 25 for the Pistons, who lost their ninth straight road game.