The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 121-112 in Game 1 of the NBA playoffs, while the Nuggets edged the Thunder.

The Indiana Pacers stunned the Cleveland Cavaliers with a 121-112 victory in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series on May 6, 2025. This win marks a significant early lead for the 4th-seeded Pacers against the top-seeded Cavaliers, who were without star guard Darius Garland for the matchup. The game was broadcast on TNT, showcasing the intensity of the ongoing NBA playoffs.

In the Western Conference, the Denver Nuggets narrowly defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-119 in their Game 1 on May 5, also pulling off an upset as the 4th seed against the top seed. Meanwhile, the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks are locked in a competitive series, with the Knicks taking Game 1 in overtime, 108-105.

The second-round schedule continues with Game 2 of the Cavaliers vs. Pacers set for May 6 at 7 p.m. ET, followed by the Timberwolves vs. Warriors later that evening at 9:30 p.m. ET. The standings reflect the Cavaliers` impressive 64-18 regular season record, while the Pacers finished at 50-32, setting the stage for an exciting playoff battle.

For more details on the playoff bracket and upcoming matchups, visit NBA playoffs and NBA playoff bracket.

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