The Cleveland Cavaliers’ successful season is jeopardized after losing Game 1 to the Indiana Pacers, with All-Star point guard Darius Garland sidelined due to a toe injury. Head coach Kenny Atkinson expressed concerns about the physicality of the game, criticizing officials for not calling fouls that led to injuries for All-Star center Evan Mobley (ankle) and forward De’Andre Hunter (dislocated thumb), both of whom are questionable for Game 2. The Pacers capitalized on the injuries, closing the game with a 23-13 run for a 121-112 victory, gaining home-court advantage.
