Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association Cavs Get STATEMENT WIN Over East-Leading Pistons | The Big 3 in 30 NBA
Mar 4, 2026
Cleveland pulls off a statement win despite missing starters, with a surprise two-way breakout and smart defensive tactics on Cade Cunningham. A Knicks defensive turnaround powered by wing length and late-game rotations seals a road victory. The Spurs steamroll the 76ers in a 40-point rout fueled by Devin Vassell and crisp ball movement.
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Cavs Win With Role Players And Defensive Blueprint
- The Cavs can win even when missing key starters by leaning on bench defense and role players.
- Jalen Tyuson's 22 points, 5 threes and tight defense on Cade Cunningham showed a blueprint for beating Detroit without Donovan Mitchell.
Jalen Tyson's Defensive Impact On Cade Cunningham
- Jalen Tyson's defense materially disrupted Cade Cunningham and changed the game's tone.
- Tyson picked up Cade 94 feet, frustrated him into 4-of-16 shooting and limited free throw attempts, demonstrating high-impact perimeter defense.
Harden Playing Through Fractured Thumb
- James Harden is playing through a fractured thumb and his production is diminished but still valuable.
- Harden's 18 points and 7 assists came despite limited control and a thumb injury, so rest days are expected to help.