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Cavaliers rally late, beat Pistons for 3-2 lead in NBA Playoff semifinals

Cavaliers rally late, beat Pistons for 3-2 lead in NBA Playoff semifinals

Summary

The Cleveland Cavaliers won their playoff game against the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime, taking a 3-2 lead in the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals. James Harden scored 30 points, and Donovan Mitchell added 21 points, helping Cleveland break a five-game road losing streak in the playoffs.

Key Facts

  • The Cavaliers beat the Pistons 117-113 in overtime.
  • James Harden scored 30 points and had 8 rebounds and 6 assists.
  • Donovan Mitchell scored 21 points, including 7 in overtime.
  • Max Strus scored 20 points and grabbed 8 rebounds.
  • The Pistons’ Cade Cunningham scored 39 points with 9 rebounds and 7 assists.
  • Cleveland’s win gave them a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series.
  • The Pistons played without their starting guard Duncan Robinson due to lower back soreness.
  • Game 6 will be played in Cleveland, with the winner advancing to the Eastern Conference finals.
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