The Boston Celtics eliminated the Toronto Raptors with a 92-87 win in Game 7, advancing to play the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Jayson Tatum, who continued his ascent to superstardom throughout the playoffs, led the way with 29 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists.
Boston took a commanding 2-0 lead in the series and appeared on the verge of knocking the defending champions out early in the series, before OG Anunoby hit a miracle buzzer-beater in Game 3. After Toronto edged Boston in Game 4, the Celtics responded with a blowout victory in Game 5, before both teams battled in double overtime, instant classic Game 6 where Toronto emerged with a 125-122 win.