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Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game Summary

May 11, 2024

Final Score: Boston Celtics 106, Cleveland Cavaliers 93

In a thrilling NBA playoff matchup, the Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-93 in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. The Celtics took a commanding 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series, putting them one win away from advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with 25 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown added 22 points and Marcus Smart contributed 18 points. The Celtics shot 50% from the field and outrebounded the Cavaliers 47-31.

For the Cavaliers, Darius Garland led the way with 28 points and 10 assists, while Evan Mobley added 23 points and Jarrett Allen had 18 points and 10 rebounds. The Cavaliers shot just 41% from the field and were unable to keep up with the Celtics' hot shooting.

The Celtics will now have a chance to close out the series in Game 6 in Boston on Friday night. The Cavaliers will need to win Game 6 to force a Game 7 in Cleveland.

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