The Wizards entered Monday night 's showdown with the Cavaliers winners of 17 straight at home .
Wizards were n't about to be intimidated in a matchup against the East - leading defending champs .
The Wizards entered Monday night 's showdown with the Cavaliers winners of 17 straight at home , so they were n't about to be intimidated in a matchup against the East - leading defending champs .