Official NBA playoff results

Celtics Beat Cavs 106-93; Tatum 33 Pts, Brown 28 Pts, Take 2-1 Lead

May 12, 2024, 01:41 AM

In a pivotal NBA Eastern Conference semifinals Game 3, the Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-93, taking a 2-1 series lead. The Celtics' Jayson Tatum led the scoring with 33 points, 13 rebounds, and 6 assists, supported by Jaylen Brown's 28 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 assists. Despite Donovan Mitchell's standout performance with 33 points, including 7 three-pointers, and Evan Mobley's contribution of 17 points and 8 rebounds, the Cavaliers couldn't capitalize on their efforts. The game marked Cleveland's first home loss of the playoffs. Game 4 is scheduled to continue in Cleveland.