Celtics Advance to Eastern Conference Finals with Game 5 Victory over Cavaliers

The Boston Celtics are heading back to the Eastern Conference Finals after a dominant Game 5 performance against the shorthanded Cleveland Cavaliers. Led by Jayson Tatum’s near triple-double and Al Horford’s standout game, the Celtics secured a 113-98 victory to close out the series.

This win marks Boston’s third consecutive Conference Finals appearance and their 23rd in franchise history, solidifying their status as one of the most successful teams in the NBA. Horford, in particular, had a remarkable game, joining LeBron James as the only player to achieve 20+ points, 10+ rebounds, 5+ assists, and 5+ three-pointers in a playoff game at age 35 or older.

Despite missing key players due to injuries, the Cavaliers put up a fight, with Evan Mobley leading all scorers with a playoff career-high 33 points. However, Boston’s depth and experience proved to be too much for Cleveland to handle.

Now, the Celtics await the winner of the Knicks-Pacers series as they prepare for the Eastern Conference Finals. With their eyes set on a return trip to the NBA Finals, Boston will look to continue their impressive postseason run and compete for another championship. Stay tuned for more exciting playoff action as the Celtics aim to make history once again.