Jayson Tatum leads Celtics to victory over Cavs in Game 3
- Jayson Tatum scores 33 points and Jaylen Brown adds 28 as the Celtics defeat the Cavs 106-93.
- The Celtics take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals series.
- Despite a loss in Game 3 at home, the Celtics bounce back to secure a crucial win on the road.
The Boston Celtics, who are the number one seed, won against the Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 106-93 in the Eastern Conference semifinals. This victory gave them a 2-1 lead in the series. In the previous game, the Celtics did not perform well, but they managed to keep the Cavaliers under 100 points. This win was crucial for the Celtics as it showed their ability to bounce back after a disappointing game. Jayson Tatum played a significant role in the Celtics' victory by scoring 33 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. His performance was crucial in helping the Celtics establish a lead early in the game. The Celtics started strong, with Tatum scoring 12 points in the first quarter, setting the tone for the game. Donovan Mitchell was the standout player for the Cavaliers, scoring 33 points despite aggravating a knee injury in the fourth quarter. However, Mitchell's efforts were not enough to overcome the Celtics' strong performance. The Cavaliers struggled to keep up with the Celtics, especially after the Celtics went on a 14-0 run in the second half. The Celtics' dominant performance in Game 3 showcased their ability to respond to challenges and play at a high level. With Tatum leading the way, the Celtics were able to regain control of the series and put themselves in a favorable position to advance to the next round of the playoffs.