PREVIEW: The Cleveland Cavaliers face their toughest challenge yet as they enter Game 3 down 0-2 against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse this Friday. Cleveland's league-leading pick-and-roll offense and fifth-ranked rim attack efficiency have been neutralized by mounting injuries, with stars Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and De'Andre Hunter all questionable for this pivotal matchup. Donovan Mitchell carried the Cavs with 48 points in Game 2, but his heroics weren't enough to prevent a heartbreaking 120-119 loss after Indiana's stunning comeback in the final minute. The top-seeded Cavaliers now find themselves in desperate territory, knowing that no team in NBA history...

PREVIEW: The Oklahoma City Thunder will travel to Denver's Ball Arena for Game 3 of their Western Conference Semifinal series on Friday, May 9 at 10 p.m. ET. After dropping Game 1, Oklahoma City dominated Game 2 with a stunning 43-point victory, showcasing their league-leading defense against shots attacking the rim and their top-ranked low turnover rate. The Thunder, who boast the NBA's best record at 68-14, forced 20 turnovers in Game 2 while shooting an impressive 56.2% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range. ShotQuality data highlights OKC's defensive prowess, ranking first in forcing turnovers and second in limiting...