The Cleveland Cavaliers didn't need more bad news. But on the way to a 3-1 series deficit to the Pacers, Donovan Mitchell was ruled doubtful to return with an ankle injury. Given the blowout nature of Cleveland's loss, there was never a reason to push it.

After Darius Garland missed Game 1 with a toe injury, the Cleveland Cavaliers guard’s impact was felt. As a result, the Cavs trailed 2-0 to the Indiana Pacers before Friday’s game. Following that game,