In a decisive Game 3, the Boston Celtics emerged victorious with a score of 106-93 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jayson Tatum led the charge with an impressive 33 points, while Jaylen Brown contributed 28, propelling the Celtics to a pivotal 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Following a disappointing loss on their home court in Game 2 by a margin of 24 points, the top-seeded Celtics displayed resilience and determination in Game 3. Their response was swift and emphatic, reminiscent of their performance in the first round against Miami, where they rebounded from a Game 2 loss to secure three consecutive victories and advance.
Despite a commendable effort from Donovan Mitchell, who tallied 33 points for the Cavaliers, the star guard faced adversity as he aggravated a left knee injury in the fourth quarter, visibly impacting his mobility. With Boston maintaining a 13-point lead and asserting control, Mitchell exited the court with 1:19 remaining, heading directly to the locker room.
With the series momentum now in their favor, the Celtics look ahead to Game 4 scheduled for Monday night in Cleveland, aiming to further solidify their position in the series.
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