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Celtics Triumph Over Cavs: Brown and Tatum Shine

3/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On March 8, 2026, the Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-98, their third win over Cleveland this season.
Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 23 points.
Jayson Tatum scored 20 points in his second game back from injury.
Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points for Cleveland while the Cavaliers were missing Jarrett Allen.
Payton Pritchard led the Celtics' bench with 18 points.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, the Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA Finals, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers 4-2. Led by rookie Magic Johnson, who scored 42 points in the decisive Game 6, the victory marked the beginning of the "Showtime" era. This championship was significant as it reignited the Lakers' rivalry with the Boston Celtics, shaping the competitive landscape of the NBA throughout the 1980s.

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Story summary

On March 8, 2026, the Boston Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-98, their third win over Cleveland this season.
Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 23 points.
Jayson Tatum scored 20 points in his second game back from injury.
Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points for Cleveland while the Cavaliers were missing Jarrett Allen.
Payton Pritchard led the Celtics' bench with 18 points.

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