NBA playoffs: Indiana Pacers defeat Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2 (15 images)

By Wade Sheridan

The Indiana Pacers beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-119 in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals in Cleveland on Tuesday. The Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton made a 3-point shot as time expired to win the game. The Pacers lead the series 2-0 as it heads to Indianapolis.

The Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton reacts after hitting the game-winning shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals in Cleveland on May 6, 2025. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 120-119 to take a 2-0 series lead. Photo by Aaron Josefczyk/UPI

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The Pacers' Andrew Nembhard lays the ball in past the Cavaliers' Sam Merrill during the first quarter. Photo by Aaron Josefczyk/UPI

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The Cavaliers' Max Strus talks with NBA referee Nick Buchert during the first quarter. Photo by Aaron Josefczyk/UPI

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The Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell positions himself for a rebound against the Pacers' Aaron Nesmith during the first quarter. Photo by Aaron Josefczyk/UPI

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