The Boston Celtics secured a spot in the Eastern Conference finals for the third consecutive season with a decisive 113-98 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden. Jayson Tatum led the charge with 25 points and 10 rebounds, while Al Horford contributed 22 points, 15 rebounds, and five assists, showcasing a stellar performance that included six 3-pointers.
Horford's standout display also etched his name in NBA history alongside LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as one of the few players aged 37 or older to achieve a 20-point, 15-rebound, five-assist playoff game. The Celtics' win marked their third straight victory in the series, closing it out in five games.
