The Boston Celtics handed the Cleveland Cavaliers their first loss of the season on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Kenny Atkinson's team has looked vastly improved to begin the new campaign, however, they struggled to deal with Boston's limitless 3-point shooting and the amount of defensive versatility available to Joe Mazzulla's team.

The defending NBA champions held off the league’s hottest team, with Jayson Tatum scoring 33 points and adding 12 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics to a 120-117 victory over Cleveland and hand the Cavaliers their first loss after 15 straight wins to open the season.

The Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game will take place at TD Garden on November 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET. The Celtics are currently in second place in the Eastern Conference with an 11-3 record.

The streaking Cleveland Cavaliers tested themselves against the defending NBA champion Boston Celtics and came away with a loss — and a lot to work on.

Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson says they have unleashed only “70 per cent or maybe 65 per cent” of their offensive potential. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The Boston Celtics won their show-and-prove matchup last week against the previously unbeaten Cleveland Cavaliers.

Another week has passed on the NBA calendar. With November nearing an end, the 2024 NBA Cup has taken center stage for the league. Another wave of results was found during the group stage of the tournament.

The NBA in-season tournament — now known as the NBA Cup — has begun. Check out the latest odds after another night of NBA Cup action.