What happened: James Harden missed a 28-foot three-point attempt early in the first quarter of Game 6 against the Detroit Pistons. The miss occurred with 8:43 remaining in the period, leaving the score at 5-4 in favor of the opponent.
Why it matters: As Cleveland seeks to clinch its first Conference Finals berth since 2018, Harden's perimeter efficiency remains a critical barometer for the Cavaliers' offense. A win tonight would secure a matchup against the New York Knicks.
By the numbers: Harden is coming off a postseason-high 30 points in Game 5. Cleveland currently leads the Eastern Conference Semifinals 3-2.
What to watch: Watch for Harden to adjust his range as Cleveland attempts to capitalize on their home-court advantage and close out the top-seeded Pistons.