NBA playoffs: Mathurin ejected for closed-fist hit as Pacers push Cavs to brink

Bennedict Mathurin was ejected during Game 4 after hitting De’Andre Hunter in the chest with a closed fist, drawing boos from Pacers fans. Despite losing their top scorer, Donovan Mitchell, to an injured ankle, the Pacers dominated the Cavaliers with a 129-109 win, taking a 3-1 series lead. Mathurin received an automatic ejection and technical fouls for his conduct, while Turner and Hunter were also penalized. Pacers coach Rick Carlisle emphasized moving forward despite the setback as they prepare to close out the Eastern Conference semifinals against Cleveland on Tuesday night.