The Cleveland Cavaliers made a strong statement by demolishing the Miami Heat, securing a spot in the second round of the NBA playoffs while achieving the most significant playoff sweep in history.

Donovan Mitchell contributed significantly with 22 points, and De’Andre Hunter added 19, leading the Cavaliers to a convincing 138-83 victory. This clinched their first-round series in just four games against the Heat.

Other key contributions came from Ty Jerome, who netted 18 points, while Evan Mobley scored 17, and Jarrett Allen recorded 14 points, accompanied by 12 rebounds and six steals. The Cavaliers dominated the series, winning each game by an aggregate of 122 points, breaking the prior record set by the Denver Nuggets in 2009.

In Game 4, they celebrated a 55-point victory, marking one of the largest winning margins in playoff history. The Cavaliers are set to face Indiana or Milwaukee in their next matchup, depending on the outcome of that series.

This loss marks the third time the Miami team has been swept in a best-of-seven series, echoing their earlier defeats in 2007 and 2021, both ending in the first round.

Cleveland’s performance showcased their position as a top contender after leading the Eastern Conference throughout the regular season, contrasting sharply with the Heat, who narrowly made it through the play-in tournament to qualify.

“It was clear that Cleveland outperformed Miami significantly throughout the series, demonstrating their capabilities as a formidable opponent moving forward in the playoffs.”

Translation: “Cleveland highlighted their dominance over Miami significantly during the entire matchup, showcasing their strengths as a highly competitive team as they progress in the playoffs.”