The Cleveland Cavaliers emerged victorious with a 100-93 win over the Indiana Pacers during a thrilling NBA 2K25 Summer League game at Thomas & Mack Center on Saturday.
Tight Contest
This game had 20 instances where the scores were tied and 12 instances where the lead changed, with neither team having a lead larger than eight points. The Cavaliers secured the win by outscoring their opponents 9-4 in the last two minutes of the game. Cleveland’s shooting was impactful, shooting 52.1% from the field and 39.3% from three-point range, while keeping the Pacers to 43.4% from the field and only 20% from beyond the arc. Cleveland also had a higher fastbreak point total, with a score of 14-8, and controlled the defensive rebounds with a 30-21 advantage over Indiana.
Pacers’ Standouts
The Pacers (1-4) experienced impressive displays from individual players. Quenton Jackson’s impressive performance included scoring 22 points, grabbing four rebounds, dishing out three assists, making four steals, and recording two blocks. Oscar Tshiebwe scored 17 points and grabbed six rebounds, while Tristen Newton had 17 points, six rebounds, four assists, and two steals.
Cavaliers’ Key Players
Jaylon Tyson led the Cavaliers (2-3) with 23 points, five rebounds, and three assists, making 9-of-10 shots from the field. Darius Brown entered the game as a substitute and contributed 19 points, as well as three rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Pete Nance contributed 16 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks, while Jayvon Graves scored 11 points and grabbed seven rebounds.
Conclusion of Summer League
This game served as the conclusion of the Summer League for the Cavaliers and the Pacers. Cleveland secured their victory with strong shooting and a clutch performance in the final minutes. Both teams will aim to take the knowledge acquired and positive energy into the upcoming NBA season.
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