The Boston Celtics lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers 113-100, but they fought hard until the end of the game. They opened up an 8-point lead in the first half, before falling behind by as many as 20 points in the second half. Although a loss is never fun, it’s hard to be disappointed in a team that was never expected to make the playoffs.
In Game 1 of the first round series, there was a lot to like out of the Celtics, and some things to dislike.
Positives
Thomas led the team with 22 points (including 8-8 free throw shooting).