Cleveland Cavaliers' Paint Dominance Falls Short Against Indiana Pacers

In a tightly contested playoff game at Rocket Arena, the Cleveland Cavaliers faced off against the Indiana Pacers. The Cavs, with a record of 64-18, were unable to secure victory as they fell to the Pacers, who hold a 50-32 record. The final score was 121-112 in favor of the visiting team.

Cavs' Inside Game and Key Performances

The Cleveland Cavaliers showcased their strength in scoring within the paint, amassing an impressive 70 points from close range. This inside dominance was led by Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell. Mobley contributed significantly with 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds while maintaining a field goal percentage of 69 percent. Mitchell was pivotal for the Cavs as well, leading all scorers with 33 points and adding four assists to his tally.

Despite these efforts, Cleveland's shooting from beyond the arc proved less effective. They managed only nine successful three-pointers out of thirty-eight attempts, translating to just a 24 percent success rate from long distance. This contrasted sharply with their two-point shooting efficiency which stood at an impressive 60 percent.

Pacers' Balanced Attack

The Indiana Pacers capitalized on their balanced offensive approach throughout all four quarters. Their ability to maintain consistent scoring pressure was evident as they recorded over twenty-eight points in each quarter except for one where they scored twenty-nine points.

A key factor in Indiana's success was their remarkable three-point shooting accuracy; they converted nineteen out of thirty-six attempts for an efficient fifty-three percent conversion rate from downtown. Additionally, their free throw proficiency stood at ninety-three percent which further bolstered their offensive output.

Defensively, the Pacers excelled by limiting Cleveland’s fast break opportunities and forcing eight turnovers while committing only six themselves—demonstrating superior ball control that contributed significantly towards securing this crucial win on enemy territory.

Looking Ahead

As both teams continue navigating through this playoff series marked "if necessary," fans can anticipate another thrilling encounter when these two rivals meet again soon back at Rocket Arena in Cleveland on May 6th at 7:00 PM EDT where it will be broadcasted live via TNT or streamed online through MAX services among others available options nationwide!

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