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Celtics Edge Cavaliers with Pritchard's 42-Point Performance

12/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-115 as Payton Pritchard scored 42 points and Jaylen Brown posted a fourth career triple-double.
Celtics led by 21 in third, then withstood a Cavaliers rally hampered by injuries.
Pritchard sealed the win with free throws as Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland scored late for Cleveland.
Both teams were undermanned, and the Celtics will host the Knicks while the Cavaliers face the Pacers.

History

Historical Context

The Boston Celtics won their 11th NBA Championship in 1969, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in a thrilling Game 7. This victory marked the end of Bill Russell's illustrious career, during which the Celtics dominated the league, winning 11 titles in 13 years. The team's legacy of resilience and competitive spirit continues to influence their identity in today's NBA.

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Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-115 as Payton Pritchard scored 42 points and Jaylen Brown posted a fourth career triple-double.
Celtics led by 21 in third, then withstood a Cavaliers rally hampered by injuries.
Pritchard sealed the win with free throws as Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland scored late for Cleveland.
Both teams were undermanned, and the Celtics will host the Knicks while the Cavaliers face the Pacers.

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