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James Harden, Still Learning New Role, Helps Cleveland Get 1 Win Away From East Finals
Scottie Scheffler leads the PGA Championship field after three runner-up finishes, while CBS Sports begins coverage at noon.
The Cleveland Cavaliers moved within one win of the Eastern Conference finals following their Game 5 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night in Detroit.
Cleveland acquired veteran guard James Harden in a trade three months ago to strengthen playoff readiness, marking his 17th NBA season of postseason experience.
Harden led the Cavaliers with 30 points in Wednesday's Game 5 victory, drawing praise from coach Kenny Atkinson: "He has a bad game, good game, you can't even tell."
The Cavaliers can secure the East finals with a Game 6 victory over the Pistons on Friday night in Cleveland, needing just one more win to advance.
Meanwhile, the PGA Championship begins today at noon, with Scottie Scheffler seeking to end his recent runner-up streak and capture another championship.