Cavaliers Dominate Pacers in Game 3

Cavaliers Dominate Pacers in Game 3

The Cleveland Cavaliers took control of their series against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night, winning 122-103. This victory puts pressure on the Pacers to win their next game to maintain home-court advantage.

Key Performances

  • Evan Mobley:

    • Returned after missing Game 2 due to an ankle injury.
    • Blocked three shots and recorded three steals.
    • Grabbed a game-high 13 rebounds, contributing to the Cavaliers’ significant rebounding advantage of 56-37.
  • Defense:

    • The Cavaliers effectively limited Indiana’s offense, restricting Tyrese Haliburton to just four attempts from beyond the arc, with zero successful shots.
    • Cleveland allowed only seven three-pointers throughout the game, matching their lowest total since March.

Mobley’s Impact

Mobley’s presence was crucial for the Cavaliers, as he has been one of the top players in the league this season, recently earning Defensive Player of the Year honors. His performance on both ends of the court made it challenging for Indiana to keep pace with Cleveland’s offense.

Free Throw Shooting

Despite his struggles with free throw shooting throughout his career, Mobley showed improvement, making six of seven attempts in Game 3, even after being fouled multiple times.

Bench Contribution

Cleveland’s bench played a vital role in the victory, outscoring Indiana’s bench by nine points. They combined for nine assists without committing any turnovers, contributing to a plus-nine point differential during their time on the court.

The Cavaliers will look to build on this momentum in their next matchup against the Pacers.

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