The Cleveland Cavaliers saw their impressive 12-game winning streak come to an abrupt halt with a 108-93 defeat against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night. This loss marked the first time the Cavaliers faltered since December 8, showcasing a season where they have otherwise excelled, currently sitting atop the Eastern Conference.

Andrew Nembhard led the way for the Pacers, scoring 19 points, while Pascal Siakam added 18 to contribute to the victory. Nembhard expressed that the team played hard and focused on physicality in their defense to challenge the league's top team.

Despite their strong start, the Cavaliers struggled with their shooting accuracy, hitting only 11 of 41 three-point attempts, a mere 26.8% success rate. Reflecting on the game, Cleveland's coach Kenny Atkinson highlighted the team's failure to maintain their defensive performance after a solid first half, ultimately costing them the game.