Pacers Upset Top-Seeded Cavaliers in Thrilling NBA Playoff Opener
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In a stunning upset, the Indiana Pacers defeated the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers 121-112 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Led by Andrew Nembhard's 23 points and Tyrese Haliburton's all-around performance, the Pacers handed the Cavaliers their first postseason loss. Despite Donovan Mitchell's 33 points for Cleveland, the team struggled without Darius Garland, who was sidelined with an injury.
Key Points
Indiana Pacers won Game 1 against the Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 121-112.
Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 23 points, while Tyrese Haliburton contributed 22 points, 13 assists, and three blocked shots.
Pascal Siakam and Aaron Nesmith scored 17 points each, and Myles Turner had a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds.
Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points for the Cavaliers but struggled with his shooting, going 13 of 30 from the field.
Cleveland played without All-Star guard Darius Garland due to a sprained left big toe.
The Cavaliers had previously swept the Miami Heat in the first round, but faced their first loss of the postseason against the Pacers.
