Daryl Ruiter joined Baskin and Phelps to preview the Cavaliers' game 5 match up with the Indiana Pacers. He discussed how bad the injuries have been for Cleveland and whether or not it affected their play in this series. He also talked about what the Cavaliers need to do if they want to make it to a game 6.
Daryl Ruiter: The Cavaliers have to match physicality and they can't let the Pacers get away with anything if they want to get past game 5

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) shoots the ball while Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) defends during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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By Baskin & PhelpsMay 13, 2025
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