Celtics Crush Cavaliers 120-95 in Game 1; Brown Scores 32, White Hits 7 Threes

May 10, 2024, 01:28 AM

The Boston Celtics secured a commanding 120-95 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series, leading for the final 40 minutes, 6 seconds. Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 32 points, followed by Derrick White who contributed 25 points, including seven 3-pointers. The Celtics maintained a consistent lead throughout the game, highlighted by a strong defensive performance after the first quarter and a significant 3-point shooting advantage, making 18 out of 46 attempts. In contrast, the Cavaliers struggled from beyond the arc, converting only 11 out of 42 attempts. This win marks a strong start for the Celtics in the series.