The Detroit Pistons learned the hard way that no lead is safe in the playoffs—especially when Donovan Mitchell is on the other side.

In a stunning turn of events Monday night at Rocket Arena, Mitchell single-handedly sparked a 24-0 Cleveland Cavaliers run, scoring the first 22 points of the third quarter to erase a comfortable Pistons advantage. The Cavs rolled to a 112-103 victory in Game 4, knotting the best-of-seven second-round series at 2-2.

Mitchell finished with a jaw-dropping 43 points, tying an NBA record with 39 of those coming in the second half alone. After a quiet first half where he went just 1-for-8 for four points, the All-Star guard erupted like a volcano, leaving the Pistons scrambling for answers. James Harden added 24 points and 11 assists, while Evan Mobley stuffed the stat sheet with 17 points, eight rebounds, five assists, five blocks, and three steals—a true two-way masterpiece.

The series now shifts back to Detroit for a pivotal Game 5 on Wednesday night at Little Caesars Arena. The Pistons took both home games by 10 points each, but the Cavs have proven they can flip the script in an instant. Interestingly, Cleveland is 0-5 on the road this postseason, adding another layer of intrigue to what has become a thrilling, back-and-forth battle. Game 6 is scheduled for Friday night in Cleveland.

For Pistons fans, the message is clear: buckle up. This series is far from over, and if Mitchell stays hot, Detroit's defense will need to bring its A-game—or risk getting buried by another Cavalanche.