The Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland Cavaliers (41 - 15) made quick work of the Charlotte Hornets (29 - 27) on Wednesday, winning 114 - 103. The Cavs had won five of their last six heading into Wednesday's contest, despite dropping their most recent matchup against Detroit. Cleveland's lead on the Eastern Conference has been steady for the majority of the season, and with the team now six for their last seven, things do n't look poised to change. Superstar LeBron James led the effort against the surging Hornets on Wednesday, contributing 23 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. Point guard Kyrie Irving matched James's scoring effort, also dropping in 23 on a team - high 17 field goal attempts. For the Cavs, taking care of the basketball proved key, as the team dished out a respectable 26 assists while only turning the ball over nine times. The loss snaps a five - game win streak for Charlotte, a team that has forced its way back into the Eastern Conference playoff picture over the last month. Point guard Kemba Walker, the team's leading scorer, posted a team - high 20 points in Wednesday's contest. No other starter reached double - digits, although rookie Frank Kaminsky poured in an efficient 16 from the bench. Recently returned big man Al Jefferson played just 23 minutes while coming off the bench. It was the former All-NBA center's third straight tilt with the second unit. Charlotte ultimately proved unable to match Cleveland's elite arsenal of offensive players, allowing the Cavs to hit 50 percent from the field on the night. Charlotte will travel to Indiana to face the Pacers on Wednesday. Cleveland, meanwhile, will visit the second - place Raptors on Friday for what should be an important matchup.
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