It’s not a coincidence that Victor Oladipo and the Indiana Pacers had major success on offense in the second half of the team’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night.
Trailing by 17 at halftime and having put up just 40 points in the first two quarters, Indiana came through big time in the second half to take a 2-1 lead in the first-round series.
This coincided with Cavaliers defensive stopper George Hill having to exit the game in the second half with back spasms. Now, according to Cavs head coach Tyronn Lue, Hill will have an MRI on said back and is questionable for Game 4 on Sunday in Indiana.
Cavs coach Tyronn Lue said George Hill (back spasms) is having an MRI. Hill questionable for Game 4
— Marla Ridenour (@MRidenourABJ) April 21, 2018
Acquired from Sacramento during February’s trade deadline, Hill averaged just north of nine points per game in 24 regular season appearances with Cleveland. Though, he’s been the team’s best defensive player during that span.
If Hill does indeed miss Game 4, it means veteran Jose Calderon will see more action. That’s a less-than-ideal scenario for a Cavaliers squad that continues to struggle on defense.