The NBA playoffs continued with three decisive Game 2 matchups, as the Cleveland Cavaliers extended their lead against Miami, while the Boston Celtics edged past Orlando, and the Houston Rockets fell to Denver.
In a thrilling contest, the Cavaliers outscored the Heat 121-112, fueled by an explosive second quarter that saw them connect on 11 three-pointers. Donovan Mitchell led the charge with 30 points, including 20 after halftime, as Cleveland took a commanding 2-0 series lead.
Meanwhile, in Boston, the Celtics narrowly defeated Orlando 111-102, thanks in part to Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s questionable play and subsequent banishment from the TD Garden crowd. The Magic struggled to find their footing without their star wingman.
In Denver, the Rockets were outmuscled by a resurgent Nuggets team, falling 123-115. Wendell Carter’s third foul of the game proved decisive in a pivotal moment, as it gave the Celtics an opening to expand their lead.
As the series shifts back to each respective home court, these teams must regroup and adjust for their struggles on Tuesday night. Will they be able to right the ship and make another push towards the Eastern Conference or Western Conference title? Only time will tell.
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