Cavaliers struggle in Game 1 as Pacers seize control
LeBron James and Kevin Love started for Cleveland in the opening playoff game. The Cavs’ offense lagged as Jeff Green, Rodney Hood and George Hill failed to spark. Indiana forced hard defensive pressure and built a 98-80 win, prompting Tyronn Lue to vow more aggression and space for Game 2.
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Cavaliers fall in Game 1 as Green struggles and offense stalls
The Cavaliers received poor shooting from Jeff Green who went 0-for-7 and none from beyond the arc, while Hill and Hood were ineffective. Kevin Love scored nine as the Cavs trailed early and never recovered, with several players limited by injuries and new teammates adjusting to playoff pace.
Pacers Rout Cavs in Game 1 emphasizes playoff inexperience
Indiana overwhelmed Cleveland with a fast, physical start and strong defense. Cavs shot poorly from three amid turnovers, while Pacers maintained momentum and energy, leaving Cleveland facing questions about mindset and adjustments for Game 2 and beyond. Indiana led early, held on despite Cavs flashes, and set the tone for the series with a decisive first quarter.
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Hood Starts at Guard as Cavs Fall to Pacers in Game 1
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue started Rodney Hood amid Kyle Korver's restriction in a 98-80 loss to Indiana. Hood scored nine points and drew two early fouls as LeBron James and Kevin Love saw less support. Korver played 3:38 and did not score, while J R Smith led the bench with 15 points. The Cavs face Indiana again in Game 2 as Lue weighs starting Korver or Smith to counter Oladipo and Collison. James posted a near-triple double but Cleveland faltered early and never recovered.
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