The Celtics are back in the Eastern Conference finals.
Boston took care of business in Game 5 of its Eastern Conference semifinals series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning 113-98 on Wednesday. With the 4-1 series win, the Celtics will play in the Eastern Conference finals for the sixth time in eight years, moving one step closer to a possible title.
The Celtics will take on either the Knicks or Pacers in the Eastern Conference semifinals. New York holds a 3-2 series lead and can clinch a spot in the conference finals with a win in Friday’s Game 6.