The NBA playoffs are heating up, but the Cleveland Cavaliers face a critical challenge as star Donovan Mitchell will undergo an MRI on Monday. This injury comes after the Cavaliers suffered a 129-109 loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 4, leaving fans anxious about Mitchell’s future in the series.
- Donovan Mitchell injured left ankle during game.
- MRI scheduled for Monday to assess injury.
- Mitchell's future availability remains uncertain.
- Cavaliers struggled in first half, trailing significantly.
- Game 5 set for Tuesday night in Cleveland.
- Pacers lead series 3-1, Cavaliers face elimination.
Mitchell appeared to injure his left ankle during warm-ups for the second half, raising concerns about his availability moving forward. As the team awaits the MRI results, the Cavaliers are in a precarious position, trailing 3-1 in the series. The next game is scheduled for Tuesday night at 7 p.m. ET, and a win is essential to avoid elimination.
With the Cavaliers struggling, the question remains: can they rally without their star player? The team’s performance in Game 4 was historically poor, trailing 80-39 at halftime. Key developments include:
- Mitchell scored 12 points before his injury, shooting 3-of-11.
- The Cavaliers managed only 16 points in the second quarter.
- Ty Jerome stepped in as a starter for the second half.
- The Pacers hold a commanding 3-1 series lead.
As the series shifts back to Cleveland, fans will be eagerly watching to see if the Cavaliers can pull off a win and extend their playoff journey. Will they rise to the occasion?
