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Cavaliers Triumph Over Pacers, Mitchell Shines with 32 Points

11/22/2025

Summary

Cavaliers Triumph Again

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Indiana Pacers 120-109 in an NBA Cup game, improving to 2-1 in Group A.
Donovan Mitchell of the Cleveland Cavaliers led with 32 points.
Evan Mobley of the Cavaliers added 22 points and 12 rebounds.
Indiana Pacers remained 0-2 in the Cup, missing Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers and Obi Toppin, and Indiana's Andrew Nembhard scored 32 points.
The Cavaliers will face the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.

Summary

Cavaliers Clash Pacers

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Cup on Friday at 7 p.m. ET in Cleveland.
The Cavaliers hold a 10-6 record and are favored by 13.5 points, with an over/under of 238.5.
Pacers are 2-13 and coming off a win against the Hornets that ended eight-game skid.
Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers) and Jarrett Allen (Cleveland Cavaliers) are questionable, while Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers) and Obi Toppin (Indiana Pacers) are questionable.

History

Historical Context

The NBA Cup, introduced in 2023, aims to enhance competition and fan engagement during the regular season. This multi-stage tournament features group play and knockout rounds, reminiscent of formats in other sports. The Cavaliers, currently favored with a 10-6 record, exemplify the tournament's potential to reshape team strategies and rivalries, following a period of declining viewership in the league.

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Cavaliers Triumph Again

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Indiana Pacers 120-109 in an NBA Cup game, improving to 2-1 in Group A.
Donovan Mitchell of the Cleveland Cavaliers led with 32 points.
Evan Mobley of the Cavaliers added 22 points and 12 rebounds.
Indiana Pacers remained 0-2 in the Cup, missing Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers and Obi Toppin, and Indiana's Andrew Nembhard scored 32 points.
The Cavaliers will face the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.

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