CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James had 25 points and tied a career-high with 17 assists, and the Cavaliers defeated the Atlanta Hawks 123-114.
James was 11 of 13 from the field, had seven rebounds and was given a standing ovation when he was removed from the game with 2:34 remaining.
Cleveland won for the 15th time in 16 games.
The Cavaliers hit a season-high 20 3-pointers, including nine in the first quarter, and had a season-high 35 assists.
Cavaliers guard Dwyane Wade sat out the game because of a sore left knee.
Coach Tyronn Lue says Wade has been experiencing knee soreness during the last few games and underwent tests following morning shootaround. The decision was then made to sit him.