, the first round of the 2024-25 NBA playoffs continued, and the Eastern Conference ushered in a highly anticipated focus battle. The Cleveland Cavaliers played against the Miami Heat at home, and finally defeated their opponents with a big score of 121-100 with a strong performance from multiple points, winning the first game of the series and making a good start on the road to promotion.

At the beginning of the game, the Cavaliers, who were playing at home, quickly got into the game. Led by Donovan Mitchell, the Cavaliers established a score advantage in the first quarter. Although the Heat subsequently tried to adjust their tactical formation and find opportunities through quick counterattacks and outside shots, the Cavaliers' obvious advantages in depth and physical fitness made it difficult for the Heat to turn the tables. As the game entered the second quarter, the Cavaliers continued to control the rhythm and kept the score difference within a safe range. At the end of the half, the Cavaliers led by 8 points.

In the second half, both teams slowed down their pace and stepped up their defense. In the middle of the third quarter, the Heat tried to narrow the gap through Herro and Adebayo's ball-handling, but the Cavaliers relied on Jerome and Garland's running and accurate outside shots to stabilize the situation. Mitchell completed steals and fast break counterattacks many times at critical moments, igniting the passion of the audience.

After entering the fourth quarter, the Heat's physical strength declined significantly, and their hit rate continued to drop. The Cavaliers executed their tactics in an orderly manner, steadily expanding their lead. In the end, as the final whistle sounded, the Cavaliers defeated the Heat 121-100 and won the first game of the playoffs at home.

Heat player statistics

Adebayo 24 points, 9 rebounds , 3 assists , 2 steals, Herro 21 points , 3 rebounds , 2 assists, Mitchell 18 points , 4 rebounds , 9 assists, Wiggins 14 points , 6 rebounds , 2 assists, Duncan 8 points , 3 rebounds, Highsmith 7 points , 6 rebounds , 2 assists, Burks 6 points , 2 rebounds , 2 assists, Ware 2 points , 3 rebounds, 2 assists , 2 blocks, Rickey 1 rebound , 1 assist

Cavaliers player statistics

Mitchell 30 points, 5 rebounds , 4 assists , 4 steals, Jerome 28 points , 5 rebounds , 3 assists, Garland 27 points , 3 rebounds , 5 assists , Allen 12 points , 11 rebounds , 1 assist, 3 steals , Mobley 9 points , 7 rebounds , 1 assist, Strus 9 points , 1 rebound , 1 assist , Merrill 6 points , 1 rebound, 4 assists , 2 blocks , Hunter 3 rebounds, 1 assist, Okoro 2 rebounds , 1 assist, Wade 1 rebound, Javonte Green 1 rebound

With this big win, the Cavaliers took a 1-0 lead in the series and gained the upper hand. The Heat need to make quick adjustments, especially in terms of perimeter defense and substitute firepower, in order to recover from the disadvantage on the road. For the Cavaliers, maintaining the current rhythm and tactical discipline is undoubtedly the key to impacting the second round.