5 takeaways: Horford sparks Celts' closeoutAfter a slow start, Boston takes control to eliminate the banged-up Cavs and reach its 3rd straight East Finals.
Celtics advance to Eastern Conference FinalsLed by Al Horford and Jayson Tatum, the Celtics defeat the Cavaliers, 113-98, and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals.
Tatum: 'Only thing that matters is that big trophy'Jayson Tatum speaks with the Inside crew after closing out Cleveland in Game 5 and advancing to the East Finals.
Cavs face key decision as offseason loomsAfter its elimination in the semifinals, Cleveland could look at shuffling things up in its backcourt this summer.
Celtics' depth at every position makes them scaryWith Kristaps Porzingis out, Boston gets solid production from a number of other players to advance to the East Finals.
Game Recap: Celtics 113, Cavaliers 98Jayson Tatum scores 25 points and Al Horford adds 22 and 15 rebounds as Boston beats Cleveland 113-98 in Game 5 to win the series 4-1.
Mitchell (calf), LeVert (knee) miss Game 5With both Donovan Mitchell and Caris LeVert sidelined, Cleveland comes up short in an elimination game.
5 takeaways: Celtics push Cavs to the brinkA valiant effort from the Cavaliers without Donovan Mitchell can't prevent the Celtics from grabbing a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Tatum & Brown dismantle Cavaliers defenseWith a crucial Game 4 in Cleveland, the Boston tandem of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown dismantles the Cavaliers' defense.
Game Recap: Celtics 109, Cavaliers 102Cleveland challenges Boston despite the absence of Donovan Mitchell, but 60 points from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are too much.
Celtics must find consistent flow at homeThe Celtics pull out a win on the road, pushing the Cavaliers to the brink, but could use a smooth offensive performance at home.
5 takeaways: Tatum rebounds in Game 3Jayson Tatum is back, Jrue Holiday goes on the attack and the Cavs find out what they lack as Boston takes a 2-1 series leaad.
Celtics defense smothers CavaliersBoston plays on a string defensively, limiting Cleveland to just 93 points despite another big night from Donovan Mitchell.
Celtics back to winning formula with Tatum, BrownBoston assumes control of Game 3 in the 2nd quarter and cruises to the bounce-back win behind 61 points and 22 rebounds from its star duo.
Tatum leads Boston with 33 points in Game 3Jayson Tatum helps the Celtics recover from their Game 2 debacle and regain control of the series with 33 points and 13 rebounds.
Tatum: 'We just wanted to bounce back' from Game 2Jayson Tatum weighs in after the Celtics punch the Cavaliers back with their comfortable Game 3 victory.
Mitchell climbing scoring ranks during playoffsCleveland's All-Star guard is already an all-time playoff performer.