Donovan Mitchell had 41 points, including 12 in the fourth quarter, to help the Cleveland Cavaliers rally from 22 points down and stun the Boston Celtics 123-116 in the final regular-season meeting of the Eastern Conference’s top two teams.
With Celtics fans in a frenzy throughout TD Garden after the Boston Celtics blitzed to a 25-3 lead over the Cavaliers in the final matchup of Eastern Conference frontrunners, Cleveland star Donovan Mitchell didn’t panic.
When healthy, Porzingis' floor spacing and rim-protection complete the Celtics' puzzle. They're a borderline unstoppable force when everything is clicking, and the ball is moving around. Unfortunately for the Celtics, Porzingis' availability is becoming an increasing concern.
Cleveland Cavaliers forward De'Andre Hunter, right, celebrates with teammate Darius Garland, left, after a basket in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki) (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Cleveland is set for a No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup against Boston tonight. Check out our Cavaliers vs. Celtics prediction and best bets.
The Cavaliers are not afraid of Boston, and they have proven that all year long. Their primary goal is to take down the Celtics and become the kings of the NBA. According to The Athletic, the Cavs know they have to give Boston everything they have in order to win. Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson knows what it's going to take to beat them.
For the second time this season, Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley has been named the Eastern Conference Defensive Player of the Month — making him the first player in the East to win the award twice since its debut.