In Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series, the Cleveland Cavaliers secured a commanding 121-100 victory over the Miami Heat at Rocket Arena. Donovan Mitchell led the charge with 30 points, marking his seventh consecutive 30-point performance in a series opener, tying an NBA record held by Michael Jordan . Darius Garland contributed 27 points, while Ty Jerome made a significant impact off the bench, scoring 28 points, with 16 of those coming in a dominant fourth quarter . The Cavaliers outscored the Heat 34-21 in the final period, showcasing their depth and resilience. Miami's Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro each scored 24 and 21 points, respectively, but the Heat couldn't keep pace with Cleveland's offensive surge .​