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Cleveland Cavaliers Defeat Boston Celtics 114-113
Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers Box Score
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Boston Celtics 114-113 in a thrilling NBA game on November 2, 2022. The game was close throughout, with neither team leading by more than 5 points in the final minutes.
Game Summary
The Celtics started the game strong, taking an early lead. However, the Cavaliers fought back and tied the game at 25-25 at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter was a back-and-forth affair, with neither team able to gain a significant advantage. The Celtics held a slim 55-53 lead at halftime.
The third quarter was all Cavaliers. They outscored the Celtics 33-20, taking a 86-75 lead into the fourth quarter. The Celtics rallied in the fourth quarter, but the Cavaliers held on for the 114-113 victory.
Notable Performances
Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 36 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. Darius Garland added 25 points and 8 assists, while Evan Mobley had 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 27 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jaylen Brown added 24 points and 7 rebounds, while Marcus Smart had 20 points and 6 assists.
Conclusion
The Cavaliers' victory was a huge upset, as the Celtics were considered one of the favorites to win the NBA championship. The Cavaliers showed that they are a team to be reckoned with, and they will be a threat to win the Eastern Conference this season.
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