Sat May 10 01:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Pacers Take 2-0 Series Lead Over Cavaliers Thanks to Haliburton’s Buzzer-Beater
**Indianapolis, IN** – The Indiana Pacers pulled off a stunning comeback victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series, winning 120-119 on Tyrese Haliburton’s last-second three-pointer. The victory gives the Pacers a commanding 2-0 series lead.
Pascal Siakam played a crucial role in setting up the game-winning shot, scoring two key layups in the final minutes to keep Indiana within striking distance. While Siakam finished with a relatively modest 12 points, his late-game contributions proved invaluable. Other key Pacers contributors included Myles Turner and Aaron Nesmith, who each scored 23 points, and Bennedict Mathurin, who added 19 points off the bench.
The Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell exploded for 48 points, but his 1-for-7 performance from three-point range ultimately wasn’t enough to overcome the Pacers’ late-game surge. Cleveland now faces a daunting 0-2 deficit heading back home for Game 3.
**Timberwolves Fall in Series Opener Against Warriors**
Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a 99-88 loss to the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of their series. The Timberwolves struggled offensively, shooting a dismal 5-for-29 from beyond the arc. While Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 23 points and 14 rebounds, his slow start left the team playing catch-up for most of the game. Canadian guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker was held scoreless. The Warriors, despite losing Stephen Curry to a hamstring injury in the second quarter, received strong performances from Jimmy Butler (20 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists), Buddy Hield, and Draymond Green, who combined for nine three-pointers. Golden State holds a 1-0 series advantage.
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