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Donovan Mitchell Powers Cavaliers Past Pistons, Sets Up East Finals Clash With Knicks

By AFP News May 18, 2026 • 09:22 AM View: 521

The Cleveland Cavaliers eliminated top-seeded Detroit from the NBA playoffs Sunday, dominating a decisive game seven 125-94, and will face the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals.

Led by Donovan Mitchell's 26 points, Cleveland's win makes them the last team to book their spot in this post-season's final four, with the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs waiting in the West.

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