The Cleveland Cavaliers opened their NBA Playoffs campaign with a commanding 121-10 victory over the Miami Heat, setting the tone for this Eastern Conference first-round series. The Cavs dominated from start to finish, with the Heat leading for only seconds throughout the game.
Donovan Mitchell led the charge for Cleveland, scoring points on 56% shooting and tying a playoff career high with four steals. His aggressive play was crucial in maintaining the Cavs' double-digit lead for most of the game. Darius Garland contributed points, while Ty Jerome exploded in the fourth quarter with of his points, effectively sealing the win with a 13-4 run late in the game. Jerome’s sharpshooting, including three perfect 3-pointers in the final quarter, was a key factor in shutting down Miami’s comeback efforts.
Miami’s Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro fought valiantly, posting and points respectively, but the Heat struggled to keep pace against Cleveland’s balanced attack. The Cavs’ efficient offense, shooting nearly 49% from the field and hitting three-pointers, combined with strong defense, ensured they controlled the game throughout.
This win marks Cleveland’s seventh straight Game playoff victory with Mitchell scoring at least points, tying a streak held by Michael Jordan. With Game looming, the Cavaliers appear poised to maintain their dominance, while Miami must regroup quickly to avoid falling into a deep hole early in the series.
