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Celtics Secure 3-1 Advantage Over Cavs in Playoff Thriller

Celtics Pass First Playoff Clutch Test

In a hard-fought battle at the TD Garden, the Boston Celtics emerged victorious over the Cleveland Cavaliers 113-98 in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series on Wednesday, taking a commanding 3-1 lead.

Keys to the Victory

The Celtics' success was built upon several key factors:

• Jayson Tatum's Dominance: The All-Star forward erupted for a game-high 34 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, leading the Celtics' offensive charge.
• Strong Three-Point Shooting: Boston shot a remarkable 45.8% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 of 24 attempts. Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart contributed with 3 three-pointers each.
• Defensive Intensity: The Celtics suffocated the Cavs' offense, holding them to just 36.7% shooting from the field. They also forced 13 turnovers, which they capitalized on for easy baskets.

Looking Ahead to Game 5

With the series at 3-1, the Celtics travel to Cleveland for Game 5 on Friday. A victory for Boston would clinch the series and advance them to the Eastern Conference finals.