Jarrett Allen Records Second 20-20 Game Of Season, Cavs Fall To Heat
Entering Wednesday night’s game, Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen had averaged just 5.0 points and 6.5 rebounds per contest in two meetings against the Miami Heat this season.
He did not record double-digit points or rebounds in either game.
But both of these numbers received a massive boost in Cleveland’s 107-104 defeat to Miami on Wednesday night.
Allen recorded his second 20-20 game of the season, scoring a team-high 25 points and grabbing a game-high 20 rebounds, while also tallying three assists. He shot an efficient 10-for-13 (76.9%) from the field and 5-for-6 (83.3%) from the free-throw line.
Mar 20, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) dunks in the first quarter against the Miami Heat at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
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This was his first 20-20 game since December 27, when he totaled 24 points and 23 rebounds in a comeback victory against the Dallas Mavericks.
According to Stathead, this is Allen’s fifth career 20-20 game, and third as a Cavalier. He is now tied with Andre Drummond and Elmore Smith for the second-most 20-20 games in franchise history. Only Cliff Robinson (four) has more in a Wine and Gold uniform.
After the contest, Cleveland Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff commented on how Allen has grown as a player this season.
“He just continues to progress, continues to take steps, continues to be dominant, and just do whatever he thinks he can to help us win basketball games. He’s been a leader, he’s been consistent. He’s been dedicated to whatever it is that we’re trying to do. He’s been selfless with his body. He’s sacrificed a ton physically just to help this team win games.”
Up next, the Cavaliers will begin a two-game road trip with a matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night at 8 p.m.
