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Celtics Dominate Cavaliers in Convincing Win

Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers0-3
107
Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics2-1
138

Sunday, October 12, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · TD Garden

Boston Celtics 138, Cleveland Cavaliers 107, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics beat Cleveland Cavaliers 138-107 at TD Garden on October 12, 2025.

The Boston Celtics showcased their dominance over the Cleveland Cavaliers with a decisive 138-107 victory at TD Garden. This win not only highlights the Celtics' strong home performance but also extends their series lead over the Cavaliers to 3-0 this season. The Celtics have now improved their home record to 3-1, while the Cavaliers continue to struggle, falling to 0-4 on the road.

In terms of recent form, the Celtics have been impressive at home, boasting a record of 8-2 over their last ten games, with an average of 113.8 points scored and only 102.6 points allowed. They are currently on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Charlotte Hornets twice, with scores of 130-94 and 93-86. The Cavaliers, on the other hand, have struggled, with a recent record of 6-4, but they have now lost their last game, bringing their away record to 0-4 this season. They have averaged 119.7 points scored but allowed 116.4 points in their last ten games, indicating a lack of defensive consistency.

The Celtics' home court advantage at TD Garden has been significant, as they have a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, scoring an average of 108.4 points while allowing only 96.6 points. Conversely, the Cavaliers have only managed a 2-2 record in their last four away games, which has contributed to their overall struggles this season.

In their previous meetings this season, the Celtics and Cavaliers have split the series, with the Celtics winning two of the last four matchups. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on March 1, 2025, where the Cavaliers narrowly defeated the Celtics 123-116 at home. However, the Celtics have consistently performed well against the Cavaliers in Boston, winning the last two meetings at TD Garden.

Injury concerns for the Celtics include star player Jayson Tatum, who is currently listed as Day-To-Day due to a knee issue. His status could impact future games, but he was not a factor in this matchup. The Cavaliers, meanwhile, have not reported any significant injuries that have affected their lineup.

The betting market reflected the Celtics' strong position heading into this game, with odds showing a high probability of a Celtics win, attributed to their recent form and home court advantage. The Celtics were favored heavily, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a complete lack of confidence in the Cavaliers' ability to pull off an upset.

As the game progressed, the Celtics maintained control, with notable scoring plays in the fourth quarter, including a driving dunk from Wendell Moore Jr. and a three-point jumper from Ron Harper Jr. that capped off the scoring for Boston. The Cavaliers attempted to rally late in the game, with Killian Hayes making free throws and RJ Luis Jr. contributing a jumper, but it was too little, too late.

Overall, the Celtics' performance was marked by strong offensive execution and solid defense, allowing them to dominate the Cavaliers and further establish their position in the league.

Injury report

  • Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics

Leaders

  • PointsAnfernee Simons21Boston Celtics
  • AssistsJaylen Brown6Boston Celtics
  • ReboundsDerrick White7Boston Celtics
  • PointsJaylon Tyson16Cleveland Cavaliers
  • AssistsJaylon Tyson4Cleveland Cavaliers
  • ReboundsLarry Nance Jr.9Cleveland Cavaliers

Recent form

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 8-2Streak W2113.8 scored · 102.6 allowed per game4-1 at home

  • W93-86vs Charlotte HornetsApr 13
  • W130-94vs Charlotte HornetsApr 11
  • L76-96at Orlando MagicApr 9
  • W119-117at New York KnicksApr 8
  • W124-90vs Washington WizardsApr 6
  • W123-103vs Phoenix SunsApr 4
  • L103-124vs Miami HeatApr 2
  • W117-103at Memphis GrizzliesMar 31
  • W121-111at San Antonio SpursMar 30
  • W132-102at Phoenix SunsMar 27

Cleveland Cavaliers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1119.7 scored · 116.4 allowed per game2-2 away

  • L118-126vs Indiana PacersApr 13
  • W108-102at New York KnicksApr 11
  • L112-114at Indiana PacersApr 10
  • W135-113vs Chicago BullsApr 8
  • L113-120vs Sacramento KingsApr 6
  • W114-113at San Antonio SpursApr 5
  • W124-105vs New York KnicksApr 2
  • W127-122vs LA ClippersMar 30
  • L122-133at Detroit PistonsMar 28
  • W124-116vs San Antonio SpursMar 27

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Detroit-22W3.73260
Cleveland830W1.63452
Milwaukee2850L1.39032
Chicago2951L2.37831
Indiana4163L2.23219
Boston-26W2.68356
New York329L1.64653
Toronto1036W1.56146
Philadelphia1137W2.54945
Brooklyn3662L3.24420

Box score

StatCleveland CavaliersBoston Celtics
Field goals36-10243-82
Field goal %3552
Three-pointers12-6018-45
Three-point %2040
Free throws23-3334-39
Free throw %7087
Rebounds4351
Offensive rebounds2112
Defensive rebounds2239
Assists2427
Steals1413
Blocks36
Turnovers1921
Team turnovers21
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers3927
Fast-break points1412
Points in the paint4446
Fouls2430
Largest lead037

How the scoring went

  1. 4th Quarter76-104Hugo Gonzalez makes two point shot
  2. 4th Quarter76-106Josh Minott makes driving dunk (Baylor Scheierman assists)
  3. 4th Quarter76-109Josh Minott makes 25-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
  4. 4th Quarter76-110Josh Minott makes free throw 1 of 1
  5. 4th Quarter76-113Anfernee Simons makes 27-foot three point jumper (Josh Minott assists)
  6. 4th Quarter79-113Jaylon Tyson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Proctor assists)
  7. 4th Quarter81-113Jaylon Tyson makes 8-foot two point shot
  8. 4th Quarter81-114Baylor Scheierman makes free throw 1 of 2
  9. 4th Quarter81-115Baylor Scheierman makes free throw 2 of 2
  10. 4th Quarter81-116Luka Garza makes free throw 2 of 2
  11. 4th Quarter83-116Craig Porter Jr. makes 13-foot two point shot
  12. 4th Quarter83-117Josh Minott makes free throw 1 of 2
  13. 4th Quarter83-118Josh Minott makes free throw 2 of 2
  14. 4th Quarter86-118Miller Kopp makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
  15. 4th Quarter87-118Luke Travers makes free throw 1 of 2
  16. 4th Quarter88-118Luke Travers makes free throw 2 of 2
  17. 4th Quarter88-120Amari Williams makes driving layup (Max Shulga assists)
  18. 4th Quarter90-120Norchad Omier makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Killian Hayes assists)
  19. 4th Quarter90-121Ron Harper Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  20. 4th Quarter90-122Ron Harper Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
  21. 4th Quarter92-122Miller Kopp makes 2-foot layup (Chaney Johnson assists)
  22. 4th Quarter92-124Jalen Bridges makes 2-foot layup (Amari Williams assists)
  23. 4th Quarter93-124Norchad Omier makes free throw 2 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter94-124Miller Kopp makes free throw 1 of 2
  25. 4th Quarter95-124Miller Kopp makes free throw 2 of 2
  26. 4th Quarter97-124Chaney Johnson makes layup
  27. 4th Quarter97-125Wendell Moore Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  28. 4th Quarter97-127Wendell Moore Jr. makes two point shot
  29. 4th Quarter98-127Norchad Omier makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 4th Quarter98-128Max Shulga makes free throw 1 of 2
  31. 4th Quarter98-129Max Shulga makes free throw 2 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter101-129Killian Hayes makes 27-foot three point jumper (Luke Travers assists)
  33. 4th Quarter101-131RJ Luis Jr. makes 11-foot jumper (Wendell Moore Jr. assists)
  34. 4th Quarter102-131Killian Hayes makes free throw 1 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter103-131Killian Hayes makes free throw 2 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter103-133Kendall Brown makes two point shot
  37. 4th Quarter105-133Norchad Omier makes driving layup
  38. 4th Quarter107-133Chaney Johnson makes dunk (Killian Hayes assists)
  39. 4th Quarter107-135Wendell Moore Jr. makes driving dunk (Ron Harper Jr. assists)
  40. 4th Quarter107-138Ron Harper Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Wendell Moore Jr. assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Boston Celtics, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.

Venue

  • TD GardenBoston, MA
  • Attendance19156
  • OfficialsJohn Goble, Jenna Schroeder, Gina Catanzariti

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