A home team has yet to win a game in the Eastern Conference semifinals series between the Indiana Pacers and Cleveland Cavaliers. The Cavaliers grabbed their first win of the series, trimming the Pacers' lead to 2–1 Friday night as guard Darius Garland, forward Evan Mobley and forward De'Andre Hunter all returned to the lineup.

Rick Carlisle reflected on the Pacers' struggles following their Game 3 blowout loss to the Cavaliers on Friday night.

Following the game, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle shared his raw thoughts on the disappointing outcome, as Indiana failed to capitalize on a chance to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.