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Celtics, Cavaliers Extend Series Leads as Rockets Even Matchup with Warriors

Boston and Cleveland secured 2-0 playoff leads while Houston rebounded to tie their series, overcoming injuries and showcasing standout performances.

Apr 20, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the first half against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images/File Photo
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic goes to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert and forward Jaden McDaniels during the second half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff in Los Angeles, Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Jimmy Butler III of the Golden State Warriors goes to the floor after being fouled by Amen Thompson of the Houston Rockets in the first half in Game Two of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs in Houston, Texas, at Toyota Center on April 23, 2025.
Apr 23, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (5) defends a shot by Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) in the fourth quarter of game two of the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Celtics defeated the Magic 109-100 in Game 2 to take a 2-0 lead, despite missing All-Star Jayson Tatum due to a wrist bone bruise.
  • Jaylen Brown led Boston with 36 points and 10 rebounds, while Kristaps Porzingis contributed 20 points and returned after a head injury requiring stitches.
  • Cleveland's Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points, including 17 in the fourth quarter, as the Cavaliers held off the Heat 121-112 to also lead 2-0 in their series.
  • The Houston Rockets tied their series 1-1 with a 109-94 victory over the Warriors, powered by Jalen Green's 38 points and eight three-pointers.
  • Golden State's Jimmy Butler exited Game 2 with a pelvic contusion and is undergoing further evaluation, leaving his status uncertain for upcoming games.