Things somehow went from bad to worse after the Cavaliers entered halftime facing a record 41-point deficit in Game 4 vs. the Pacers. As Cleveland returned to the court from the halftime break, All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell was noticeably absent as he remained in the locker room.

The Cavs' Donovan Mitchell scored 12 points in the first half of Game 4, but did not start the second half with the Pacers leading.

So, here are 26 thoughts for the Cavs’ largest lead (26 points) from Game 3 against the Pacers, beyond the heralded return of Darius Garland, Evan Mobley and De’Andre Hunter from injury. 1. There are Myles Garrett,