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The Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 113-98 in Game 5 of their NBA Playoffs series Wednesday night, winning the Eastern Conference semifinals 4 games to 1 and advancing to the Eastern Conference finals.

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Joe Mazzulla sends special shoutout to Celtics’ secret weapon after heroic Game 5

Boston Celtics veteran big man Al Horford is 37 years old but sometimes, he plays like he’s 10 years younger. It doesn’t happen often, but it did in a very timely manner Wednesday night, as he produced a tremendous performance to help the Celtics finally discard the stubborn Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs.

NBA News / Yardbarker / 2 hours ago

Celtics finally put away Cavs, advance to conference finals

Celtics finally put away undermanned Cavaliers, advance to conference finals

It wasn't easy, but the Boston Celtics earned a trip to the conference finals for the third straight year.

Insider reveals the Cavaliers' stance on HC J.B. Bickerstaff after elimination

'Growing sentiment' Cavaliers star will sign extension with Cleveland

Mavericks defense rises to occasion in Game 5 win vs. Thunder

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Luka Doncic has surprising take on taunts from Thunder fans

Jayson Tatum News / Fadeaway World / 6 minutes ago

Jayson Tatum On If Celtics' Success Has Hurt Him In Award Races

Jayson Tatum has been one of the best players in the NBA for the last few seasons but the strength of his Celtics' roster often makes people overlook his contributions.

Boston Celtics News / Bleacher Report / 1 hour ago

Watch: Celtics take down Cavs to advance to the ECF

Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / 51 minutes ago

Celtics puts Cavs to bed, advance to Eastern Conference finals

Al Horford had 22 points and 15 rebounds as the host Boston Celtics advanced to the Eastern Conference finals by handing the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers a 113-98 loss in Game 5 of a semifinal series on Wednesday night.

NBA News / CelticsBlog / 42 minutes ago

Celtics eliminate Cavaliers 113-98, advance to Eastern Conference Finals

Boston goes back to the Eastern Conference Finals for the third straight year. The day couldn’t have started better for Celtics fans at least, getting the notification that Donovan Mitchell, Caris LeVert, Jarrett Allen, and Craig Porter were all out for Game 5.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / 2 hours ago

Report: Bucks HC Doc Rivers hoping to raid rival team's coaching staff

Milwaukee Bucks HC Doc Rivers has eyes on an assistant coach from a rival Eastern Conference outfit.

Doc Rivers responds to criticism from JJ Redick

Patrick Beverley angling for a raise from Bucks

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Kristaps Porzingis News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Celtics’ Kristaps Porzingis drops crucial injury update amid lengthy playoff absence

If there was one concern for the Boston Celtics entering their matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers, it was their length. Coach Joe Mazzulla has worked around this flaw and some key absences from the Cavs helped.

NBA News / Yardbarker / 43 minutes ago

Celtics get major boost ahead of potential closeout game

The Celtics could progress to the Eastern Conference Finals if they win their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday.

Celtics show cracks in Game 4 win

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NBA News / Action Network / 10 hours ago

NBA best bets and odds: 3 expert picks, player props and predictions for Wed. 5/15

Action Network has NBA best bets and odds, including three expert picks, player props and predictions for Wednesday, May 15.

Celtics looking to close out visiting Cavs in Game 5

NBA betting: Mavericks vs. Thunder Game 5 prediction, odds, expert pick for Wed. 5/15

Undermanned Cavs give admirable effort, but it’ll take an NBA miracle now

NBA News / Action Network / 20 hours ago

Cavaliers vs. Celtics Game 5: Bet these 3 NBA props for Wed. 5/15

Action Network's Andrew O'Connor Watts shares his expert Cavaliers vs. Celtics Game 5 prediction for Wednesday night.

3-time NBA champion says Celtics 'haven't been battle-tested'

Celtics looking to close out visiting Cavs in Game 5

Celtics assistant named candidate for Lakers HC job

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / 10 minutes ago

3-time NBA champion says Celtics 'haven't been battle-tested'

The Boston Celtics are one win away from booking their spot in the Eastern Conference Finals, but a three-time NBA champion had some troubling comments about the team.

Celtics assistant named candidate for Lakers HC job

Celtics show cracks in Game 4 win

Jaylen Brown's big three-pointer gives Celtics 3-1 lead over Cavs

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Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / 9 hours ago

Celtics looking to close out visiting Cavs in Game 5

Donovan Mitchell's availability will be among the top storylines Wednesday when the Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Boston Celtics for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Jaylen Brown News / FirstSportz / 44 minutes ago

Jaylen Brown on Cavaliers: 'I don't think anybody over there can really guard me'

Jaylen Brown has been impressive in the Celtics’ series against the Cavaliers, which led him to make a bold claim after Monday night’s win that no one on the Cavs team can guard him.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / 3 hours ago

Cleveland Cavaliers Owner Shares Inspiring Message to Fans While Shading the Boston Celtics After Game 4 Loss

Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert chimed in on his team’s performance on Monday night, saying he is happy for their valiant effort in their 109-102 Game 4 loss against the Boston Celtics.