Overview
- The Cleveland Cavaliers hold a commanding 3-0 lead over the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals, with Game 4 set for 7:30 p.m. ET at Miami's Kaseya Center.
- Cleveland will be without All-Star guard Darius Garland, who has been ruled out due to a toe injury, while Miami is missing Kevin Love (personal reasons) and Terry Rozier (ankle).
- In Game 3, the Cavaliers delivered a 124-87 victory, marking the worst playoff loss in Miami Heat franchise history and showcasing their offensive depth.
- The Cavaliers have scored over 120 points in each of the first three games, emphasizing their dominance as the top-seeded team in the Eastern Conference.
- A win tonight would earn Cleveland their first playoff sweep since 2018, providing valuable rest before facing the winner of the Indiana Pacers vs. Milwaukee Bucks series.