Mitchell made history: Cleveland beat Detroit 2:2 in the series

The game was marked by Donovan Mitchell, who tied the NBA playoff record with 39 points in the second half.

Donovan Mitchell finished the game with a total of 43 points, but he made history thanks to his performance in the second half. With his 39 points in the second half, he tied Eric “Sleepy” Floyd’s record, set back in 1987, for most points in one half of a playoff game. Mitchell had a chance to break the record with 27.6 seconds left, but after hitting the first free throw, he missed the second.

Donovan Mitchell Sleepy Floyd

After erupting for 39 PTS in the 2nd half of Game 4, Donovan Mitchell tied Sleepy Floyd (39 PTS in 2H on May 10, 1987) for the most points in any half of a postseason game!

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James Harden achieved his 40th “double-double” performance in the playoffs with 24 points and 11 assists. Evan Mobley stood out with 17 points, five blocks and three steals. With this victory, Cleveland remained undefeated at home in six games of this year’s playoffs.

Caris LeVert was in the best mood among the Pistons, who scored 24 points, which is his season record. Cade Cunningham scored 19 points, ending his streak of 10 straight playoff games with 20 or more points. Tobias Harris added 16 points.

(Vijesti.ba)