The Cleveland Cavaliers head into Game 2 against the Detroit Pistons with a chip on their shoulder—and a must-win mindset. After a frustrating Game 1 that saw too many careless turnovers, missed defensive rebounds, and questionable offensive decisions, the Cavs are determined to even the series before heading back home.

Game 1 was there for the taking, but Cleveland's inability to secure defensive boards and execute clean offensive sets cost them dearly. Now, they face a daunting challenge: J.B. Bickerstaff-led teams hold a 5-1 playoff record in Game 2s, with the lone loss coming back in 2016 against James Harden's Houston Rockets. The Cavs need to break that trend fast.

Falling into a 2-0 hole would mean needing to win four of the next five games—far from impossible, but certainly not the path to a deep postseason run. And history isn't on their side: since trading for Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland has gone just 4-12 on the road in the playoffs. That's a trend that simply has to change if they want to make noise this spring.

Here's everything you need to know for Game 2:

Matchup: Cleveland Cavaliers (0-1) at Detroit Pistons (1-0)

Cavs Injury Report: Sam Merrill – QUESTIONABLE (hamstring)

Pistons Injury Report: Kevin Huerter – DOUBTFUL (abductor strain)

Expected Cavs Starting Lineup: James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Dean Wade, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen

Expected Pistons Starting Lineup: Cade Cunningham, Duncan Robinson, Ausar Thompson, Tobias Harris, Jalen Duren

Previous Matchup: The Pistons took Game 1 behind suffocating defense on Cleveland's guards, limiting their playmaking and forcing tough shots.

Game 2 is a chance for the Cavs to prove they've learned from their mistakes. Can they clean up the turnovers, crash the boards, and finally find their rhythm on the road? Tip-off is set for a pivotal night in Detroit.