Mitchell's 35 points led the Cavaliers to a 116-109 victory over the Pistons.

May 10th - The Cavaliers defeated the Pistons 116-109. Mitchell contributed 35 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Harden added 19 points, 2 rebounds, and 7 assists. For the Pistons, Cunningham had 27 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, and Harris scored 21 points and grabbed 5 rebounds.

In the first quarter, the Pistons initially took the lead. However, the Cavaliers quickly closed the gap thanks to Mitchell's consistent scoring. At the end of the first quarter, the Cavaliers led 32-30. In the second quarter, the Cavaliers, led by Mitchell, Allen, and Mobley, quickly extended their lead to double digits. The Pistons' offense stalled, managing only sporadic points. At halftime, the Cavaliers led 64-48.

After switching sides, Cunningham led the Pistons with consecutive drives and assists, helping the team tie the game and even briefly take the lead. The Cavaliers, however, relied on the outside shooting of Strus and Mitchell to stabilize the situation. At the end of the third quarter, the Cavaliers still led 83-81 . In the final quarter, Harden hit consecutive mid-range shots, and Mitchell's steady free throws helped the Cavaliers establish an advantage in the final stages. Ultimately, the Cavaliers defeated the Pistons 116-109 .

Pistons player statistics

Cunningham 27 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists; Harris 21 points, 5 rebounds; Robinson 15 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists; Duren 11 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Reed 11 points, 3 rebounds; Thompson 9 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists; LeVert 6 points, 2 rebounds; Stewart 4 points, 2 rebounds; Green 3 points, 2 rebounds

Cavaliers player statistics

Mitchell 35 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists; Harden 19 points, 2 rebounds, 7 assists; Allen 18 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Mobley 13 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists; Schroder 11 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists; Struz 7 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists; Merrill 7 points; Wade 3 points, 1 rebound; Tyson 3 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists

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