Celtics Dominate Cavaliers in Game 1 of NBA Playoffs

Boston Takes Early Lead in Eastern Conference Semifinals

Brown and White Lead Celtics to Victory

The Boston Celtics continued their impressive playoff run on Sunday night, dominating the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-95 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals series. Jaylen Brown led the way for the Celtics with 32 points, while Derrick White added 25 points and hit seven 3-pointers.

The Cavaliers, who had upset the Miami Heat in the first round, were no match for the Celtics in Game 1. Boston controlled the tempo of the game from the opening tip, and the Cavaliers never led. The Celtics led by as many as 25 points in the second half.

The Celtics' victory gives them a 1-0 lead in the series. The two teams will meet again in Game 2 on Tuesday night in Boston.