Donovan Mitchell powered the Cleveland Cavaliers to a pivotal 126-104 win against the Indiana Pacers in Game 3, narrowing the playoff series deficit to 2-1. Five Cavs reached double figures as the team’s offense and defense clicked, leaving the Pacers scrambling. Cleveland heads home with renewed momentum and hopes to even the series.
The Knicks pulled off NBA playoff history, wiping out another huge deficit to edge the Celtics 91-90 in Game 2. Jalen Brunson sealed the win late, while Boston’s shooters faltered under pressure. New York’s back-to-back 20-point comebacks set up a tense Game 3.
Stephen A. Smith defends a critical missed foul call in the Knicks' close playoff win over the Pistons, sparking heated debate about NBA officiating consistency, fairness, and the impact on the series outcome. The controversial play, admitted as a miss by referees, has fans talking.
The Boston Celtics stormed past the Orlando Magic 120-89 in Game 5 to claim their spot in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led a fierce second-half comeback, erasing a halftime deficit and setting an NBA playoff record for the largest victory margin by a trailing team at halftime. Boston now waits for either the Knicks or Pistons.