Celtics Take Down Cavs: Boston Celtics 120, Cleveland Cavaliers 117

The Boston Celtics handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their first loss of the season, ending their impressive 15-0 start with a thrilling 120-117 victory. Jayson Tatum led the charge for the Celtics, dropping 33 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, while Donovan Mitchell put up 35 points for the Cavaliers.

The game was a nail-biter, with the Celtics opening up a 21-point lead in the first half, only to see the Cavaliers storm back and cut the deficit to just two points in the third quarter. Mitchell’s 18 points in the fourth quarter, including 14 straight for the Cavaliers in the final four minutes, kept Cleveland within striking distance. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Celtics’ hot shooting from beyond the arc, as they went 14 for 22 from three-point range in the first half.

This matchup was hyped as a test for the Cavaliers, who were looking to prove themselves against the defending NBA champions. Coach Kenny Atkinson wanted to see where his team stood against the best, and while they ultimately came up short, he was proud of their resilience. The two teams will face off again on December 1 in Cleveland, and it’s sure to be another intense battle.