Cavs Force Celtics Into First Official Clutch, Leveling Semifinal Series

Epic Battle in Cleveland

The Cleveland Cavaliers put up a valiant fight in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Boston Celtics, pushing the series to a 2-2 tie. Despite a slow start, the Cavs rallied in the third quarter, even briefly taking the lead 65-64. The Celtics responded with a surge of their own, but the Cavs refused to give up, clawing back to 100-95 and forcing Boston into its first official clutch of the playoffs.

Jayson Tatum Shines for Boston

Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics with 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. Jaylen Brown also contributed 23 points, while Marcus Smart added 21. The Celtics shot 47% from the field and 39% from three-point range.