The Indiana Pacers are set to face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Sunday, May 11th at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. A key player to watch will be Jarrett Allen, the Cavaliers’ center, who is confirmed to play as he is not on the injury report.
Throughout the current season, Allen has proven to be a valuable asset, participating in all 82 regular season games and averaging 13.5 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 0.9 steals per game. His presence was instrumental in the Cavaliers’ dominant first-round series against the Miami Heat, where they achieved a 4-0 sweep.
In the ongoing series against the Pacers, Allen has demonstrated his capabilities as well. In previous games, his performance has consistently improved, highlighting his importance to the Cavaliers’ efforts to equalize the series, which currently stands at 2-1 in favor of the Pacers.
Allen’s statistics against Indiana thus far are impressive. In Game 1, he registered 12 points and 5 rebounds, followed by a standout Game 2 where he scored 22 points and accrued 12 rebounds. He continued his strong performance with 19 points and 12 rebounds in Game 3. Over the course of his career against the Pacers, he has averaged 12.8 points and 8.7 rebounds per game over 25 contests.
Meanwhile, the Pacers will be without Isaiah Jackson, who is sidelined due to a torn ACL. The Cavaliers will benefit from having a fully healthy roster, which could play a crucial role in their quest to level the series.
As both teams prepare for this pivotal matchup, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation. The Pacers aim to extend their series lead, while the Cavaliers look to seize the moment and shift the momentum in their favor. Fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an exciting game.