Cavs Fail to Clinch East’s Top Spot After Controversial Shot Clock Violation in Loss to Kings

In a crucial game that could have secured the top spot in the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers fell short against the Sacramento Kings, losing 120-113. The game, held at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, was marred by a controversial shot clock violation in the final moments of the fourth quarter, which potentially impacted the outcome.

The incident occurred when the shot clock did not reset properly after a defensive rebound by the Kings, leading to confusion and a subsequent violation call against the Cavaliers. This pivotal moment was detailed in an official NBA pool report, which acknowledged the error but stated it was not reviewable under current league rules.

Despite the setback, the Cavaliers managed to avoid a more significant loss when star player Donovan Mitchell narrowly escaped injury during the game. The loss leaves the Cavs still vying for the top seed in the East as the regular season winds down.

The Sacramento Kings, on the other hand, celebrated a crucial victory that boosts their playoff positioning in the Western Conference. The game highlighted the intense competition and high stakes as teams battle for playoff seeding.

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