Boston Wins First Round Matchup

Celtics Extend Playoff Lead over Cavaliers

Boston Wins First Round Matchup

Boston Celtics 120, Cleveland Cavaliers 113

The Boston Celtics maintained their dominance in the Eastern Conference on Thursday night, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-113 in the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs. Despite a valiant effort from Donovan Mitchell's 40-point performance, the Celtics' superior play throughout the game proved too much for the Cavaliers to overcome.

Tatum's Heroics

Jayson Tatum led the charge for the Celtics, converting a crucial three-point play in the fourth quarter to extend their lead to 115-89. The top seed in the East, the Celtics demonstrated their resilience and determination in holding off the Cavaliers' late surge.

Stevens' Impact

Jalen Stevens provided a much-needed spark off the bench for the Cavaliers, scoring a crucial 12 points in the fourth quarter. However, his efforts ultimately proved insufficient as the Celtics maintained their composure and secured the victory.

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