Celtics Vs Cavaliers 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
Venue:
- TD Garden, Boston, MA
Key Details:
- Date and Time: May 7, 2024, at 11:00 PM (ET)
- Coverage: ESPN
First Quarter:
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- The Boston Celtics came out strong, scoring 40 points. Their offense was led by Jaylen Brown, who contributed significantly with his scoring ability.
- The Cleveland Cavaliers managed to keep pace, also putting up 34 points. Donovan Mitchell was their standout performer in this quarter.
Second Quarter:
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- The second quarter saw a shift in momentum. The Celtics struggled offensively, scoring only 19 points.
- Meanwhile, the Cavaliers also had a tough time, managing just 15 points. The defensive intensity from both teams played a role here.
Third Quarter:
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- The Celtics regained their offensive rhythm, putting up 33 points in the third quarter. Jayson Tatum also dominated the boards with his 11 rebounds.
- The Cavaliers responded with 28 points, but they needed more firepower to close the gap.
Fourth Quarter:
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- The final quarter saw the Celtics maintain their lead. They also scored 28 points, relying on a balanced attack.
- The Cavaliers managed just 18 points, unable to mount a comeback.
Overall, the Boston Celtics secured a convincing victory, winning 120-95 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Their offensive efficiency and strong rebounding were key factors in this Game 1 matchup.
Season Standings:
- Boston Celtics: 57 wins, 25 losses (1st in the Atlantic Division)
- Cleveland Cavaliers: 50 wins, 32 losses (2nd in the Central Division)
Game Summary:
- The Celtics dominated Game 1, defeating the Cavaliers with a final score of 120-95.
- Derrick White and Jaylen Brown led the charge for the Celtics, also showcasing their scoring prowess.
- The Cavaliers struggled to contain the Celtics’ offensive firepower, especially in the second half.
Key Players:
- Derrick White (BOS):
- Points per game: 24.8
- Field goal percentage: 50.3%
- Free throw percentage: 87.2%
- Jaylen Brown (BOS):
- Points per game: 22.5
- Also Field goal percentage: 48.9%
- Free throw percentage: 82.7%
- Donovan Mitchell (CLE):
- Points per game: 28.3
- Field goal percentage: 46.7%
- Also Free throw percentage: 80.5%
Injury Report:
- Celtics:
- Marcus Smart is listed as day-to-day due to a minor ankle sprain.
- Cavaliers:
- Kevin Love is out for the remainder of the series due to a shoulder injury.
Season Phase:
Postseason
Score Summary:
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- Boston Celtics:
- 1st Quarter: 40 points
- 2nd Quarter: 19 points
- Also 3rd Quarter: 33 points
- 4th Quarter: 28 points
- Cleveland Cavaliers:
- 1st Quarter: 34 points
- Also 2nd Quarter: 15 points
- 3rd Quarter: 28 points
- 4th Quarter: 18 points
- Boston Celtics:
Key Statistics:
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- Boston Celtics:
- Points: 120
- Rebounds: 55
- Assists: 22
- Steals: 2
- Blocks: 7
- Also Field Goal %: 49%
- Free Throw %: 86%
- Three-Point %: 39%
- Cleveland Cavaliers:
- Points: 95
- Rebounds: 38
- Assists: 19
- Steals: 2
- Blocks: 3
- Also Field Goal %: 41%
- Free Throw %: 77%
- Three-Point %: 26%
- Boston Celtics:
Key Performers:
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- Boston Celtics:
- Jaylen Brown: 32 points
- Also Jayson Tatum: 11 rebounds
- Cleveland Cavaliers:
- Donovan Mitchell: 33 points
- Evan Mobley: 13 rebounds
- Boston Celtics:
Recent Performances:
- Celtics (Last 5 games):
- W vs. PHI (112-101)
- W @ PHI (118-105)
- Also W vs. PHI (124-110)
- W vs. PHI (108-97)
- W @ CLE (120-95)
- Cavaliers (Last 5 games):
- W vs. MIL (109-103)
- L @ MIL (98-112)
- Also W vs. MIL (114-106)
- L vs. MIL (100-115)
- L vs. BOS (95-120)
Prediction for Game 2:
- According to our NBA 2K24 simulation, the Celtics are favored to win Game 2 by a score of 118-113