In a thrilling showdown, the Cleveland Cavaliers (40-21) pulled off a remarkable upset against the league-leading Boston Celtics (48-13).
Dean Wade’s standout performance in the fourth quarter, including five crucial 3-pointers, propelled the Cavaliers to a 105-104 victory, ending the Celtics’ impressive 11-game winning streak.
Trailing by 22 points in the final period, the Cavaliers mounted a historic comeback, marking their biggest fourth-quarter rally in franchise history.
Despite missing key players like All-Star Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley due to injuries, Cleveland managed to stun the Celtics.
Wade finished the game with a career-high 23 points. Jarrett Allen contributed significantly with 21 points and 12 rebounds, while Darius Garland and Isaac Okoro each scored 16. Garland also dished out 11 assists.
Despite a valiant effort from the Celtics’ stars, including Jayson Tatum (26 points, 13 rebounds) and Jaylen Brown (21 points), Boston fell short in the face of Cleveland’s relentless comeback. Kristaps Porzingis added 24 points and nine rebounds.
