Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics Set for Game 5 Showdown in Second Round Series

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10/05/2024 22h29

In a stunning turn of events, the Cleveland Cavaliers managed to secure a victory in Game 2 against the Boston Celtics, guaranteeing a Game 5 in their second-round playoff series. The NBA has announced that the pivotal matchup will take place on Wednesday night at TD Garden in Boston, with a 7 p.m. start time. The game will be broadcasted nationally on TNT.

With both teams currently tied at 1-1 in the series, the Celtics and Cavaliers have been trading blowout wins in the first two games held in Boston. The series will now shift to Cleveland's Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse for the next two games, starting with a game on Saturday night.

The Cavaliers will be aiming to build momentum and defend their home court, and it appears they may have some additional reinforcements returning to their lineup. Both Jarrett Allen, who has been dealing with rib issues, and Dean Wade, recovering from a knee injury, could be making their way back to the court. However, the Celtics will still be without the services of Kristaps Porzingis, who is expected to remain sidelined due to a calf injury.

Fans and basketball enthusiasts alike can look forward to a thrilling Game 5 as the Cavaliers and Celtics battle for a crucial advantage in the series. The outcome of this game will undoubtedly shape the remainder of the matchup, with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the next round of the playoffs.

The Celtics-Cavaliers series has proven to be highly competitive and unpredictable, showcasing the determination and skills of both teams. As the series continues, fans can expect intense action on the court and strategic moves from the coaches.

The complete schedule for the Celtics-Cavaliers series is as follows: Game 3 will take place on Saturday night in Cleveland, followed by Game 4 on Monday night, also in Cleveland. Game 5 will then shift back to Boston on Wednesday night, followed by Game 6, if necessary, scheduled for Friday night in Cleveland. If the series extends to a seventh game, it will be held in Boston on Sunday night.

Basketball enthusiasts are advised to mark their calendars for these highly anticipated matchups, as the Celtics and Cavaliers battle it out for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.

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