FIRST TAKE | Cavaliers ain’t Built for Playoffs! – Stephen A. rips Mitchell, Cavs GM2 loss to Pacers

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In a stunning turn of events, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been left reeling after a gut-wrenching Game 2 loss to the Indiana Pacers in the NBA playoffs. Leading by as many as 20 points in the third quarter, the Cavaliers appeared in command, only to watch their lead evaporate in the closing moments as Tyrese Haliburton delivered a jaw-dropping game-winning shot with just two seconds remaining. This marks a critical blow to Cleveland’s playoff aspirations, as the Pacers steal both games on the Cavaliers’ home court.

Haliburton, who has been a lightning rod of criticism this postseason, silenced detractors with a performance that featured 19 points and clutch plays down the stretch. Meanwhile, Cavaliers stars like Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland struggled to maintain momentum, with Garland sidelined due to injury, raising questions about the team’s depth and resilience. The Cavaliers’ inability to execute basic fundamentals, such as boxing out and making crucial inbound passes, cost them dearly in this pivotal matchup.

As the series shifts back to Indiana with the Pacers now leading 2-0, the Cavaliers find themselves in a precarious position. Historically, only five teams have managed to overcome a 2-0 deficit after losing their first two games at home. Analysts and fans alike are questioning whether this Cleveland squad is truly built for playoff success, with many pointing to their regular-season performance as misleading.

Stephen A. Smith and other sports commentators have voiced their concerns, suggesting that the Cavs may be lacking the grit and depth necessary to compete at this level. With the Pacers showing they are more than just underdogs, the pressure is mounting on Cleveland to regroup and redefine their strategy if they hope to salvage their postseason hopes. The clock is ticking, and the next game could spell the end of the Cavaliers’ playoff run.

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