Dennis Schroder delivered his strongest performance of the series Wednesday night, helping the Cavaliers regain control with a 125-120 victory in Game 5.
After being limited through the first four games, Schroder found his rhythm at the decisive moment. He scored 11 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, providing the late offensive push Cleveland needed to close out a tight contest.
Cavaliers Move One Win From Advancing
The win gives the Cavaliers a 3-2 lead in the series, putting them back in front after five games. Cleveland’s ability to generate late scoring proved critical in a matchup that remained competitive deep into the fourth quarter.
Schroder’s fourth-quarter production stood out as the key development for the Cavaliers, who had not received that level of scoring from him earlier in the series. His late-game burst helped Cleveland secure the five-point win and shift the series back in its favor.