In a thrilling Game 7 showdown, the Cleveland Cavaliers clawed their way past the Orlando Magic with a stunning 106-94 victory, igniting the hopes of their loyal fans and setting the stage for an electrifying matchup against the formidable Boston Celtics in the NBA playoffs.
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Cavs show resilience in comeback win
Trailing by a daunting 18 points during the first half, the Cavaliers mounted a relentless surge, led by the dynamic duo of Donovan Mitchell and Max Strus, to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
Mitchell, in particular, showcased his prowess with a jaw-dropping 39-point performance, reminiscent of his heroic 50-point effort in Game 6.
The Cavaliers’ resilience was on full display as they overcame their third-quarter woes to outscore the Magic 33-15, seizing control of the game and sending Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse into a frenzy of excitement.
Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and their teammates delivered clutch plays down the stretch, securing their first playoff series win since 2018 and marking a historic milestone without LeBron James on the roster.
Now, with their sights set on the top-seeded Boston Celtics, the Cavaliers are poised to continue their quest for postseason glory.
Game 1 of the highly anticipated showdown is scheduled for Tuesday night in Boston, promising fireworks as these two powerhouse teams collide on the hardwood.
Celtics vs Cavs playoff series schedule
As the Cavaliers prepare to face their toughest challenge yet, the schedule for the series against the Celtics has been unveiled:
- Game 1: Tuesday, May 7, 7 p.m. in Boston
- Game 2: Thursday, May 9, 7 p.m. in Boston
- Game 3: Saturday, May 11, 8:30 p.m. in Cleveland
- Game 4: Monday, May 13, 7 p.m. in Cleveland
- Game 5 (If necessary): Date and time TBD in Boston
- Game 6 (If necessary): Date and time TBD in Cleveland
- Game 7 (If necessary): Date and time TBD in Boston
The Cavaliers may face an uphill battle against the formidable Celtics, but with their newfound momentum and determination, they are poised to write the next chapter in their playoff journey.
