Donovan Mitchell poured 39 points in the second half, matching an 1987 record, to lift the Cleveland Cavaliers past the Detroit Pistons 112‑103. The win evened the Eastern Conference semifinals at 2‑2 and set the stage for a decisive Game 5 in Detroit.

The scoring outburst began after a sluggish first half where Mitchell missed six shots. He sparked a 24‑0 run that carried the Cavs from a 56‑52 deficit to a 80‑61 lead by the third‑quarter break. James Harden added 24 points and 11 assists, while Evan Mobley contributed a double‑double.

Detroit’s top scorers saw their streaks snapped; Cade Cunningham finished with 19 points and Tobias Harris, 16. Cleveland’s balanced attack, highlighted by Mitchell’s heroics, keeps the series alive despite a 0‑5 road record.

With the series tied, the Cavaliers must win in Detroit to force a Game 7. The matchup will test Cleveland’s road resilience and Detroit’s ability to counter Mitchell’s explosive play.