The Cleveland Cavaliers held off a late rally to defeat the Detroit Pistons 113-109 in an NBA Central Division clash on March 4, 2026. Donovan Mitchell's scoring prowess was on full display as the Cavs secured a hard-fought four-point home win against their divisional rivals. Cleveland seemed in control for most of the game, but the young Pistons made a frantic push in the final minutes, turning it into a tense finish. A key defensive stop or a pair of clutch free throws in the closing seconds sealed the victory for the Cavaliers. The 113-109 result helps Cleveland maintain its position in the competitive Eastern Conference playoff race.