🏀 Cavaliers Dominate Game 3 Behind Mitchell’s 43 Points, Cut Series Deficit to 2-1
The Cleveland Cavaliers responded like contenders in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, defeating the Indiana Pacers 126-104 on the road. With the win, the Cavaliers now trail the series 2-1 heading into a critical Game 4 on Sunday.
🔑 Key Highlights
Donovan Mitchell:
- 43 points (14-of-29 FG), 9 rebounds, 5 assists
- Second consecutive 40+ point game
Cavs Get Healthy:
- Evan Mobley, Darius Garland, and De’Andre Hunter returned after missing Game 2
- Their presence led to a dominant 11-0 run to start the game
Mobley & Allen Dominate the Paint:
- Evan Mobley: 18 pts, 13 rebs, 4 asts, 3 stls, 3 blks
- Jarrett Allen: 19 pts, 12 rebs, 2 asts
- Cavs outrebounded Pacers 58-34 and outscored them in the paint 48-32
Tyrese Haliburton Shut Down:
- 4 points (2-of-8 FG), 5 assists, 3 turnovers, 0 rebounds
- Non-factor after stellar Game 2 performance
📅 What’s Next
- Game 4: Sunday, 8:00 PM ET
- Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indiana
- Broadcast: TNT / Max
