Wed Nov 20 01:39:30 UTC 2024: **Cavaliers Aim to Extend Unbeaten Streak Against Celtics in TD Garden Showdown**
BOSTON, MA – The Cleveland Cavaliers, riding a historic 15-game winning streak to start the season, face their toughest test yet on Tuesday when they visit the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. This matchup marks the first time the two Eastern Conference rivals will meet since their Eastern Conference Semifinal clash in May, where the Celtics defeated the Cavaliers 4-1.
The Cavaliers, now tied with the Golden State Warriors (2016), Washington Capitols (1949), and Houston Rockets (1994) for the most wins to start a season in NBA history, are looking to continue their dominant run. Their recent victory over the Charlotte Hornets saw four players score over 20 points, a feat achieved only once before in franchise history. Donovan Mitchell, who scored a season-high 37 points in their win against the Chicago Bulls, is expected to lead the charge. However, the Cavaliers will be without Isaac Okoro, who suffered an ankle sprain, and Dean Wade, who is day-to-day with an ankle injury. The Celtics, meanwhile, are coming off a narrow victory against the Toronto Raptors, snapping a six-game losing streak, thanks to a combined 76 points from Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Robert Williams. However, they are without Kristaps Porziņģis, who is recovering from a knee injury. The return of Al Horford, who missed Sunday’s game due to a knee injury, is expected.
Despite the Cavaliers’ impressive start and the Celtics’ recent win, Sports Mole predicts a Celtics victory. The Celtics, playing at home and looking to avoid their first home loss, are expected to leverage their home-court advantage and overcome the challenge posed by the high-flying Cavaliers. The game promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of the Eastern Conference’s top contenders.
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