The Celtics secured a 125-108 victory over the Cavaliers overcoming a hot-shooting start by the Cavs. Cleveland was lights-out from beyond the arc in the first quarter, going 10-for-12 on three-pointers, which helped them hold a slight 42-40 lead despite Boston shooting 56% from the field. The momentum shifted dramatically in the second quarter when the Celtics closed the half on a decisive 20-3 run. This dominant stretch gave Boston a 75-60 lead at the break, fueled by 50% shooting from three, 53% overall from the field, and a strong passing game with 20 assists on 26 made field goals. Crucially, the Celtics controlled the paint, outrebounding the Cavs 22-13 and limiting them to only two offensive rebounds in the first half.
The Celtics maintained control through the second half, leading 98-85 after the third quarter. JB was a scoring force, finishing the first half with 22 points, including an insanely deep 3 to close out the second quarter, and reaching 28 points by the end of the third. Derrick White provided key buckets and ended the game with 19 points, while Sam Hauser knocked down seven three-pointers to contribute 21 points. The team’s strong play continued into the fourth where the Celtics won another quarter 27-20! Overall, the victory was characterized by excellent ball movement, perimeter shooting, and superior rebounding, particularly in the first half.
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