Cavaliers look to take down high-powered Pacers offense
USA TODAY Sports’ Lorenzo Reyes breaks down the second-round matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Indiana Pacers.
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The 2025 NBA playoffs continue with a thrilling series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals. The Pacers currently lead the series 2-0.
The Pacers staged a remarkable comeback in Game 2, winning 120-119 when Tyrese Haliburton made a last-second 3-pointer to sink the top-seeded Cavaliers. Aaron Nesmith and Myles Turner each scored 23 points for Indiana.
Donovan Mitchell was nothing short of impressive in the Cavs’ loss. With stars Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and De’Andre Hunter sidelined due to injury, Mitchell scored 48 points to go with five rebounds and nine assists.
As the series shifts to Indianapolis, the situation is dire for the Cavs. Here is how to watch Game 3.
What time is Cavaliers vs. Pacers Game 3?
Game 3 between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers will tip at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Friday, May 9.
How to watch Cavaliers vs. Pacers Game 3: TV, streamTime:Â 7:30 p.m. ETLocation:Â Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Indianapolis)TV:Â ESPNStream:Â Fubo
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Cavaliers vs. Pacers NBA playoff schedule, results
(Pacers lead series, 2-0)
Game 1: Pacers 121, Cavaliers 112Game 2: Pacers 120, Cavaliers 119Game 3: Cavaliers at Pacers | Friday, 7:30 p.m. | ESPN, FuboGame 4: Cavaliers at Pacers | Sunday, May 11 | 8 p.m. | TNT, truTV, Max, Sling TVGame 5: Pacers at Cavaliers | Tuesday, May 13 | TBD | TNT, truTV, Max, Sling TV*Game 6: Cavaliers at Pacers | Thursday, May 15 | TBD | ESPN, Fubo*Game 7: Pacers at Cavaliers | Sunday, May 18 | TBD | TBD*