Celtics Snap Cavaliers’ Win Streak with 125-105 Victory
The Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 125-105 yesterday, ending Cleveland’s three-game winning streak and securing their second consecutive win of the season.
Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 30 points, including a dominant 13-point performance during a crucial 20-3 run to close the first half. Sam Hauser contributed 21 points off the bench, while Payton Pritchard dished out 10 assists. The game saw an impressive display of three-point shooting, with both teams combining for 18 three-pointers in the first quarter – just one shy of the NBA record. This win marks a positive shift for Boston, who began the season with three consecutive losses.
For the Cavaliers, Evan Mobley recorded a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds, and Jaylon Tyson also added 19 points. Donovan Mitchell started strong with 12 points in the first quarter, making all four of his three-point attempts, but struggled in the second half, finishing with 15 points overall. Cleveland’s shooting percentage dipped significantly in the fourth quarter, shooting just 33% as they were unable to close the gap. You can find more information about NBA statistics on the official NBA website.
Boston built a substantial lead in the third quarter, extending it to 19 points, and maintained control despite a late push from the Cavaliers. This victory is particularly significant as both teams are now entering the inaugural in-season tournament, a new initiative by the NBA to boost mid-season engagement. Learn more about the NBA’s in-season tournament here.
The Cavaliers will host Toronto on Friday night to begin their tournament play, while the Celtics will visit Philadelphia on Friday night for their tournament opener.
