Celtics Dominate Cavaliers at TD Garden
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · TD Garden
Boston Celtics 125, Cleveland Cavaliers 105, 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 125-105 at TD Garden on October 29, 2025.
The Boston Celtics secured a decisive victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning 125-105 at TD Garden. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the Celtics' second win in a row, following a strong performance against the New Orleans Pelicans just a day prior, where they triumphed 122-90. The Celtics have now improved their home record to 4-1 this season, while the Cavaliers fell to 3-3 overall after this loss.
In terms of recent form, the Celtics have shown resilience, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last 10 games. They have averaged 111.1 points scored and allowed 101.7 points during this stretch, indicating a solid defensive effort. Their last five games reflect a more challenging period, with a record of 2-3 and an average of 107.8 points scored against 103.4 allowed. The Cavaliers, on the other hand, have been slightly more successful recently, with a 6-4 record in their last 10 games, averaging 117.6 points scored and 113.9 points allowed. They entered this game on a three-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Detroit Pistons 116-95.
Historically, the Celtics have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Cavaliers, leading the series 1-0 this season. In their last four encounters, the teams are tied with two wins each, showcasing a competitive rivalry. The last meeting prior to this game was on March 1, 2025, where the Celtics lost 116-123 at home.
Injury concerns for the Celtics included Jayson Tatum, who was listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue. His status was a point of interest, as his absence could significantly impact the Celtics' offensive strategy. The Cavaliers did not report any notable injuries that would affect their lineup for this game.
The betting market reflected the Celtics' strong position heading into the game, with a home win probability of 0.999 according to the provider. This high probability indicated confidence in the Celtics' ability to perform well at home, especially following their recent victory.
Conditions at TD Garden were favorable for basketball, with a packed crowd that likely contributed to the home team's energy. Fans were treated to an exciting display of basketball, particularly in the fourth quarter, where the Celtics maintained control and extended their lead. Key scoring plays included a 25-foot three-point jumper by Sam Hauser and a series of free throws by Payton Pritchard and Luka Garza that solidified the Celtics' lead.
Viewers were able to witness the Celtics' effective offensive execution and defensive prowess, which were critical in securing the win. The Celtics' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, combined with their defensive efforts, made this game a significant early-season victory.
Injury report
- Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
Leaders
- PointsJaylen Brown30Boston Celtics
- AssistsPayton Pritchard10Boston Celtics
- ReboundsJosh Minott15Boston Celtics
- PointsEvan Mobley19Cleveland Cavaliers
- AssistsDonovan Mitchell6Cleveland Cavaliers
- ReboundsEvan Mobley11Cleveland Cavaliers
Recent form
Boston Celtics
Last 10: 6-4Streak W1111.1 scored · 101.7 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W122-90at New Orleans PelicansOct 28
- L113-119at Detroit PistonsOct 26
- L95-105at New York KnicksOct 24
- L116-117vs Philadelphia 76ersOct 22
- 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
Cleveland Cavaliers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W3117.6 scored · 113.9 allowed per game4-2 away
- W116-95at Detroit PistonsOct 27
- W118-113vs Milwaukee BucksOct 26
- W131-124at Brooklyn NetsOct 24
- L111-119at New York KnicksOct 22
- 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
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Cleveland Cavaliers | Boston Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-87 | 42-95 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 17-52 | 21-57 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 37 |
| Free throws | 18-24 | 20-24 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 53 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 35 |
| Assists | 25 | 29 |
| Steals | 6 | 11 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 34 |
| Fouls | 22 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 20 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter71-85Derrick White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-86Derrick White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-88Jaylen Brown makes 3-foot layup (Josh Minott assists)
- 3rd Quarter71-89Luka Garza makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-90Luka Garza makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter73-90De'Andre Hunter makes driving layup (Evan Mobley assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-92Luka Garza makes 6-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter75-92Jaylon Tyson makes 5-foot layup (Evan Mobley assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-92Jaylon Tyson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter78-92Jarrett Allen makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-92Jarrett Allen makes layup (Craig Porter Jr. assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-94Derrick White makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter80-97Anfernee Simons makes 27-foot three point shot
- 3rd Quarter80-98Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter83-98Jaylon Tyson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jarrett Allen assists)
- 3rd Quarter85-98Jaylon Tyson makes 2-foot layup (Craig Porter Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter88-98Craig Porter Jr. makes 25-foot three pointer (Evan Mobley assists)
- 4th Quarter88-100Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter89-100Evan Mobley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-103Sam Hauser makes 30-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
- 4th Quarter91-103Jaylon Tyson makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter93-103Evan Mobley makes 4-foot two point shot (Larry Nance Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter94-103Evan Mobley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter94-106Josh Minott makes 22-foot three point jumper (Derrick White assists)
- 4th Quarter96-106Jaylon Tyson makes 4-foot layup (Donovan Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter96-109Derrick White makes 26-foot three pointer (Josh Minott assists)
- 4th Quarter98-109Evan Mobley makes dunk
- 4th Quarter98-112Anfernee Simons makes 26-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
- 4th Quarter100-112Evan Mobley makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Lonzo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter102-112Evan Mobley makes two point shot (Lonzo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter102-114Payton Pritchard makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter102-116Payton Pritchard makes two point shot (Jaylen Brown assists)
- 4th Quarter102-117Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-118Payton Pritchard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-120Payton Pritchard makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter103-120Craig Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-123Sam Hauser makes 25-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
- 4th Quarter105-123Tyrese Proctor makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter105-124Luka Garza makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-125Luka Garza makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Boston Celtics, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.
Venue
- TD GardenBoston, MA
- Attendance19156
- OfficialsPat Fraher, Tre Maddox, Sha'Rae Mitchell
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