Celtics fall to Cavaliers in overtime 132-123

When the Cavs jumped out to an early lead, it was Boston’s bench that helped right the ship. A nice performance from Malcolm Brogdon in particular really gave the Celtics a spark. He finished the game with nine points and five assists.

Boston’s bench offers coach Mazzulla flexibility in meeting a diverse array of challenges. With the Cavaliers dominating down low from the jump, the Celtics went small and fast to counter. And when it looked like Cleveland was ready to try and keep pace, Mazzulla was ready. At one point the Celtics played Brown, Tatum, Hauser, Horford, and Kornet – an extra tall group that challenge Cleveland’s resolve.

Cleveland wasn’t ready to go quietly into the night, however. Despite a 75-point explosion from Boston in the first half, the Cavs clawed back into the game, outscoring the C’s 51-39 in the third and fourth quarters. Cleveland firmly took control of the overtime period to secure a road victory. In the end, star power won the day, and Boston’s best players weren’t enough.

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— The Celtics Wire (@TheCelticsWire) October 28, 2022