Pacers vs Cavaliers has Haliburton secure top 4 seed for Indiana
The Pacers vs Cavaliers match on Thursday has Tyrese Haliburton securing a top four seed for Indiana in the East.
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PACERS VS CAVALIERS SAW HALIBURTON’S 23 POINTS SECURE INDIANA A TOP 4 SEED
The Pacers vs Cavaliers match saw Haliburton’s 23-point effort secure Indiana a top four seed following their 114-112 victory.
Furthermore, Tyrese Haliburton scored eight of his points in the fourth quarter as Indiana (49-31) secured the No.4 seed and home court advantage in the first round.
Moreover, Aaron Nesmith had 22 points for the Pacers, who won their sixth-straight game.
Additionally, the Pacers are one win away from locking in their first 50-win season since 2013-14.
Myles Turned added 13 points, seven rebounds and four blocks for Indiana.
CARLISLE HAS CHOICE FOR INDY TO CHASE NO.3 SEED OR REST STARTERS IN FINALE
Pacers coach Rick Carlisle now has a choice for Indiana to chase the No.3 seed or rest his starters for the regular season finale.
Moreover, Carlisle’s Pacers currently are a game behind the New York Knicks (50-30) for the No.3 spot.
Furthermore, Haliburton’s back-to-back three-pointers erased Indiana’s 103-107 deficit and ensure the Pacers begin their post-season at home.
Indiana outscored Cleveland, 23-9 on fastbreak points to give them that winning chance.
The Pacers end their regular season when they host the Orlando Magic on Friday.
CAVS REST 4 STARTERS BUT BENCH GAVE THEM CHANCES TO WIN; CLEVELAND ASSURED OF EAST TOP SEED
The Cavs rested four of their starters but the strong play of their bench nearly gave them a chance to win.
Furthermore, Cleveland (63-17) is already assured of the top seed in the Eastern Conference.
Moreover, Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and Max Strus rested, before starting center Jarrett Allen joined them after halftime.
Top reserve Ty Jerome had 24 points and six assists before the Cavs held him out in the fourth quarter.
De’Andre Hunter had 23 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylon Tyson missed a jumper that could have forced overtime for Cleveland.
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