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Cavaliers Tie Series 1-1 with 118-94 Game 2 Win Over Celtics, Mitchell Scores 29

May 10, 2024, 02:02 AM

The Cleveland Cavaliers, as +13 underdogs, secured a decisive 118-94 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of their series, evening the score at 1-1. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with a remarkable performance, scoring 29 points, including 23 in the second half. Evan Mobley also contributed significantly with 21 points and 10 rebounds. The Cavaliers' win was notable as they were considered underdogs with odds of +600 on the moneyline. This victory marks one of the largest playoff wins by a double-digit underdog since 1991. Previously, in Game 1, the Celtics had defeated the Cavaliers 120-95.