The Cleveland Cavaliers bounced back from two straight losses to the Indiana Pacers, thanks to a dominant performance from Donovan Mitchell. The Cavaliers trailed the series 2-0 but responded with a convincing win in Game 3.
The game started evenly, with both teams scoring 32 points in the first quarter. However, the Cavaliers took control in the second quarter, outscoring the Pacers 34-13 and setting up a comfortable lead. The Pacers tried to mount a comeback, closing the gap to 11 points midway through the fourth quarter. Cleveland responded with back-to-back three-pointers to seal the win.
Key Performers
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 43 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists, and 5 three-pointers. Max Strus added 20 points, while Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley contributed 19 and 18 points respectively. Allen also grabbed 12 rebounds, and Mobley had 13 rebounds.
- Donovan Mitchell: 43 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists
- Max Strus: 20 points
- Jarrett Allen: 19 points, 12 rebounds
- Evan Mobley: 18 points, 13 rebounds
For the Pacers, Bennedict Mathurin scored 23 points, Pascal Siakam added 18, and Myles Turner contributed 15. Tyrese Haliburton had a quiet game with just 4 points and 5 assists. The series now heads back to Indiana for Game 4 on Monday.