The Indiana Pacers look to seize a commanding 2-0 lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight in Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, with the game airing live on TNT and streaming on Max and Sling TV
Indiana stunned the Cavs in Game 1, powered by Tyrese Haliburton and Andrew Nembhard’s combined 45 points, while Aaron Nesmith’s perimeter defense was instrumental in containing Cleveland’s star Donovan Mitchell-even as Mitchell poured in a game-high 33 points The Cavaliers are again without key contributors Darius Garland and Evan Mobley, putting added pressure on Mitchell and the supporting cast to respond at home
For fans without cable, streaming options include a free trial on DirecTV Stream, discounted first-month offers on Sling TV, and live coverage via Max starting at $9.99 per month NBA League Pass will carry the replay after the national broadcast concludes, but live coverage is subject to blackout restrictions
With Indiana’s momentum and Cleveland’s injury woes, Game 2 promises high drama. Will Aaron Nesmith and the Pacers take control, or can the Cavs rally to even the series? Tune in to find out.
