After a disappointing loss in Game 3, the Cavaliers face a must-win situation in Game 4 against the Celtics. With the series now tied at 1-1, the Cavs need to defend their home court and find a way to stop the dominant performances of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. While they have their own star player in Donovan Mitchell, the Cavs' supporting cast has been struggling, and they will have to step up if they want to even the series. Follow here for live updates on Game 4.
After a disappointing loss in Game 3, the Cleveland Cavaliers are in a must-win situation in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals series against the Boston Celtics. The series is currently tied at 1-1, and the Cavs need to defend their home court and find a way to stop the dominant performances of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown.
While the Cavs have their own star player in Donovan Mitchell, their supporting cast has been struggling. Jarrett Allen has been largely ineffective in the series, and Dean Wade has been a non-factor.
Celtics Win Game 3 to Tie Series
In Game 3, Tatum and Brown combined for 67 points as the Celtics cruised to a 117-103 victory. Tatum finished with 34 points, while Brown added 33.
The Cavs were led by Mitchell, who scored 32 points. However, the rest of the team struggled to score, as Darius Garland (13 points), Evan Mobley (11 points), and Allen (10 points) combined for just 34 points.
Cavaliers Seek to Answer Back in Game 4
The Cavs will need to make some adjustments in Game 4 if they want to even the series. They will need to find a way to slow down Tatum and Brown, and they will need to get more production from their supporting cast.
Allen has been a disappointment in the series, but he is capable of being a difference-maker. He is a good rebounder and defender, and he can score in the paint. If he can play well in Game 4, it will give the Cavs a much better chance of winning.
Wade has also been a non-factor in the series, but he has the potential to be a valuable contributor. He is a good shooter and defender, and he can provide the Cavs with some energy off the bench.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
The Celtics are favored to win Game 4, according to most betting sites.
Garland is questionable for Game 4 with a thumb injury.
Tatum is the leading scorer in the series, averaging 29.5 points per game.
The biggest challenge for the Cavs in Game 4 will be slowing down Tatum and Brown.
The key to victory for the Cavs in Game 4 will be getting more production from their supporting cast.
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