Pacers Eye Back-to-Back Wins as They Face Off Against Up-and-Down Cavaliers in Cleveland

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The Indiana Pacers are looking to build on their recent momentum as they head to Cleveland to face the Cavaliers. After snapping an eight-game losing streak with a 127-118 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, the Pacers are feeling confident about their chances against their Eastern Conference rivals. Bennedict Mathurin led the Pacers with 24 points and 12 rebounds, while Pascal Siakam added 22 points to the team's effort. Jay Huff chipped in with 20 points off the bench, helping the Pacers secure a much-needed victory. The Pacers' win comes just days after Mathurin made headlines with his bold statement that the team is capable of winning 10 games in a row. While that may seem ambitious, Mathurin's performance on the court suggests that his teammates are buying into his confidence. Mathurin, who returned from a three-week injury layoff on Monday, reported no issues with his right great toe and played 34 minutes against the Hornets. His defensive play was also on display, as he made a crucial chase-down block on Hornets guard Collin Sexton. The Pacers are looking to capitalize on their momentum as they head to Cleveland, where they will face a Cavaliers team that is struggling to find consistency. The Cavaliers are 2-2 on their six-game homestand and have been plagued by issues with rebounding and free-throw shooting. Coach Kenny Atkinson acknowledged that the Cavaliers need to improve their rebounding efforts, particularly in the face of a strong opponent like the Pacers. The team's inability to secure key rebounds was a major factor in their 114-104 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday. The Pacers will look to exploit the Cavaliers' weaknesses as they aim to secure back-to-back wins. With Mathurin's confidence at an all-time high, the Pacers' chances of success look promising.