The Celtics defeat the Cavaliers, 120-95, in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Jaylen Brown (32 points, six rebounds, four 3PM) and Derrick White (25 points, five assists, seven 3PM) combined for 57 points for the Celtics, while Jayson Tatum added 18 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists in the victory. Donovan Mitchell tallied 33 points, six rebounds, and five assists for the Cavaliers in the losing effort. The Celtics lead this best-of-seven series, 1-0, with Game 2 taking place on Thursday, May 9 (7:00 p.m. ET, ESPN).
