On Monday night, the Cleveland Cavaliers demonstrated their pure dominance over the Miami Heat with a triumphant victory by 138-83. With a clean 4-0 sweep, the Cavaliers showcased their unmatchable dominance with the defense within the Eastern Conference.
This historic victory, with a difference of 122 points, breaks the Denver Nuggets’ 121-point record in 2009 for the most significant differential in a playoff series. Their consistent, powerful impact on the court marked them as a strong contender against their postseason rivals.
Following game 4, the Cavaliers had a strong start, scoring many more points than Miami in the first quarter. The momentum was consistent into the second quarter, resulting in a massive 39-point advantage at halftime, the third-largest halftime lead in NBA playoff season history.
In the post-game press conference, expressing their dominance, guard Donovan Mitchell commented, “We handled our business and this is the toughest game of the series, and for us, we really set the tone, that’s something to be proud of. (via CNN Sports)”
Who’s Next? The Cavaliers Set To Face Their Next Rival
Looking ahead to the second round battle, the Cleveland Cavaliers are all set to fight in the Eastern Conference with their next opponent either the Indiana Pacers or the Milwaukee Bucks. The Pacers have the commanding upper hand in the series with a 3- 1 lead, indicating their impactful presence on the court.
Meanwhile, the Bucks are hoping to improve their form, which is significantly affected by their star player, nine-time all-star Damian Lillard’s season-ending Achilles injury in game 4, which is a major setback during their current struggling period.
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Meanwhile, despite Darius Garland’s absence for a second straight game, the Cavaliers maintained their momentum in game 4 with their strong playmaking strategies and key players’ impactful contributions.
A balanced offensive depth of 6 players secured double numbers in scoring, including Donovan Mitchell leading with 22 points. Their seamless ball movement and defensive play indicated why they were No. 1 in the East during the regular season.
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