The Celtics secured back-to-back wins against the Cavaliers this week, clinching their latest victory on Thursday night at TD Garden. Displaying a strong resolve, the Celtics seem poised to reshape the trajectory of the 2023–24 season, and their impressive beginning sets a promising tone.
The Celtics maintained a lead for the majority of the game. However, as the third quarter concluded, the Cavaliers narrowed the Celtics’ advantage to 90-87. In the final quarter, the Celtics managed to extend their lead and secure a victory with a final score of 116-107. This win propelled them to an NBA-leading overall record of 18-5.
Moreover, Boston has triumphed in 19 consecutive regular-season home games, extending from the preceding season and achieving a flawless 12-0 record at home in the current regular season. This streak stands as the fourth-longest in the team’s history and represents the lengthiest run since the 1986–1987 season.
Jayson Tatum contributed 12 out of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, emerging as the leading scorer for the Celtics. Additionally, each of the five Celtics starters managed to score at least 14 points in the game.
The Celtics are set to face the Magic on both Friday and Sunday, with both games scheduled in Boston. The Celtics will swiftly resume their action. Notably, the Magic have secured victory over the Celtics in four consecutive games since the start of the previous season.