The Cleveland Cavaliers faced a devastating loss against the Indiana Pacers, falling 129-109 in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinals, now trailing the series 3-1. The Pacers dominated the first half with a historic performance, scoring 80 points and holding the Cavaliers to just eight field goals, while a heated altercation led to the ejection of Pacers’ Benedict Mathurin. Star player Donovan Mitchell left the game with an ankle injury, compounding the Cavaliers’ struggles as Darius Garland led the team with 21 points.

