Boston Celtics Dominate Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of Second Round

Impressive Performance Leads to 120-95 Victory

Boston Celtics Display Strong Play in Playoff Opener

The Boston Celtics extended their impressive performance in the 2022 NBA Playoffs by securing a convincing 120-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of their second-round series. The Celtics took a commanding lead from the start, showcasing a balanced scoring attack and strong defense throughout the game.

Jayson Tatum, the Celtics' All-Star forward, led the scoring with 32 points, while Derrick White added 25 points from 7 successful 3-point attempts. The Celtics' defense held the Cavaliers to just 39% shooting from the field and forced 16 turnovers.

Despite a brief rally by the Cavaliers in the third quarter, the Celtics responded with a 7-of-10 performance from beyond the arc, connecting on several crucial shots to maintain their lead. The Cleveland Cavaliers were unable to make a significant dent in the Celtics' dominance.

With this victory, the Boston Celtics take an early 1-0 lead in the series. They will face the Cavaliers in Game 2 on Wednesday, May 4. The series is expected to be a competitive battle as the Cleveland Cavaliers aim to bounce back from this loss.