Winners and Losers: Cavs vs Pistons Game 2 – Clutch offense is concerning
The Cavs have been outworked in the clutch twice in a row.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 07: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts after being defeated by the Detroit Pistons 107-97 in Game Two of the Second Round of the NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena on May 07, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers dropped both games in Detroit.
Let’s go over today’s winners and losers. PARTIAL WINNER – Donovan Mitchell I wanted to give Donovan Mitchell the full-fledged ‘WINNER’ title tonight. However, his second-half rally fell short.
And we’ll talk more about the Cavs ‘ late-game execution later. To focus on the positives, first, Mitchell had his best game since Game 2 versus the Toronto Raptors. That’s worth feeling good about.
Mitchell had 31 points on 11-24 shooting, and he was more efficient before the game became desperate. His on-ball production looked closer to what we’ve expected from him. Bringing it up to the floor and generating blow-bys to get the defense in rotation.