# Cleveland Cavaliers RESCUE Their Season With James Harden’s Heroics Over Detroit Pistons

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Podcast: [Locked On NBA – Daily Podcast On The National Basketball Association](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-nba-daily-podcast-on-the-national-basketball-association-217331)
Published: 2026-05-10T04:50:00+00:00
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Cleveland Cavaliers stun Detroit Pistons with James Harden’s clutch fourth quarter, as Donovan Mitchell drops 35 to ignite a pivotal Game 3 win. With the Cavs avoiding a 3-0 series deficit, questions swirl: has the momentum shifted, or are the Pistons still in control heading into Game 4? Ku and Haize break down the Cavs’ explosive first half, Harden’s resurgence, and why non-Cade Cunningham minutes are dooming Detroit. Plus, the Oklahoma City Thunder stand on the verge of a sweep as AJ Mitchell shines and SGA weathers Laker double teams. Can LeBron James and the LA Lakers survive, or is this signaling the dawn of an OKC dynasty? Analysis covers defensive struggles, key rotation decisions, and what’s next for struggling teams. Locked On NBA Game Night delivers every crucial detail as the playoffs reach a boiling point.

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