Friday night was a turning point for the Cleveland Cavaliers, who bounced back from a 2-0 deficit against the Indiana Pacers in their playoff series with a commanding 126-104 victory. The Cavaliers' star, Donovan Mitchell, put on a show, scoring 43 points along with nine rebounds and five assists. His dynamic gameplay ensured that the Pacers couldn't narrow the gap whenever they attempted a comeback.

With all starters scoring in double figures, including contributions from Max Strus, Jarrett Allen, Evan Mobley, and Darius Garland, the Cavaliers asserted their dominance in this crucial Game 3. Mitchell’s performance in the series has been phenomenal, averaging 41.3 points per game, a stark contrast to his regular season average of 24 points. As the series progresses, the Cavaliers look to capitalize on this momentum heading into Game 4.