Celtics Win Game 1 of Eastern Conference Finals
Brown and White Combine for 64 Points in Victory
Boston Takes Commanding Lead in Series
The Boston Celtics took a commanding 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals with a 120-113 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night.
Jaylen Brown led the way for the Celtics with 32 points, while Derrick White added 30. The Celtics also got a strong performance from Marcus Smart, who had 22 points and 10 rebounds.
The Cavaliers were led by Darius Garland, who had 33 points. Jarrett Allen added 21 points and 11 rebounds, and Evan Mobley had 19 points.
The Celtics took control of the game in the first half, building a 63-46 lead at the break. The Cavs cut the lead to 83-74 in the third quarter, but Boston responded with a 12-2 run to put the game away.
The Celtics now have a chance to take a 2-0 lead in the series when they host Game 2 on Thursday night.
Conclusion: The Celtics' victory in Game 1 was a testament to their depth and balance. Brown and White were both outstanding, and Smart provided a much-needed spark off the bench. The Cavs will need to find a way to slow down the Celtics' offense if they want to get back in the series.
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