Cleveland Cavaliers defeat Indiana Pacers
Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals: Indiana Pacers Triumph Over Cleveland Cavaliers
After a thrilling contest, the Indiana Pacers secured a 121-112 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on May 5, 2025 (PH time) in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series in the NBA.
The Pacers' wings were on fire, with several players soaring past their opponents to score massive points.
Andrew Nembhard led the charge for the Pacers, pouring in an impressive 23 points, thanks to his impeccable shooting (70% from the field and 5-of-6 from beyond the arc)[1][3]. Tyrese Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith followed closely behind, contributing 22 and 17 points, respectively[1]. Pascal Siakam added more fuel to their offensive firepower.
"We're the underdogs, but we're determined to control what we can," Haliburton shared.
In the Cavs' camp, star point guard Darius Garland was sidelined due to an ankle injury[3].
Donovan Mitchell took over the reins for Cleveland, scoring a game-high 33 points (though struggling from beyond the arc, going 1-of-11)[2]. Ty Jerome and Evan Mobley added 21 and 20 points, respectively[2].
Note: [1] - Source: Per ESPN[2] - Source: AP[3] - Source: NBA Communications
The Pacers' impressive victory sets the stage for an exciting battle as the series continues.
- Tyrese Haliburton, the Pacers' player, expressed their determination as the underdogs in the series, despite their role.
- Andrew Nembhard, a Pacers' wing player, scored an impressive 23 points in Game 1, thanks to his exceptional shooting.
- The Indiana Pacers' victory in Game 1 against the Cleveland Cavaliers was affirmative, with a score of 121-112, and they are now poised for more challenging clashes in the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the NBA.
- In the absence of star point guard Darius Garland due to an ankle injury for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell, their remaining star player, showcased a game-high 33 points, though he struggled from beyond the arc.
