Cavaliers Secure Victory Against Celtics on October 29, 2025

On October 29, 2025, the Cleveland Cavaliers continued their impressive start to the NBA season with a road victory against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. The Cavaliers, who entered the matchup riding a three-game winning streak, were slight favorites, listed at -3.5 on most sportsbooks, and they delivered by outpacing a shorthanded Celtics squad. From the opening tip, the Cavaliers’ offensive efficiency set the tone. Evan Mobley and Donovan Mitchell continued to anchor Cleveland’s attack. Mobley, averaging 18.3 points per game this season, was instrumental in the first quarter, hitting key three-pointers and tallying 8 points early. Mitchell maintained his elite scoring pace, coming in at 31.3 points per game—one of the league’s top marks through four games. The Celtics, hampered by the absence of Jayson Tatum (out with an Achilles injury), struggled to match Cleveland’s firepower. Jaylen Brown, Boston’s primary scoring threat in Tatum’s absence, has averaged 26.0 ppg this season, but he faced increased defensive pressure and lingering injury issues, contributing 15 points in a previous outing and just 4 early in this contest. The Celtics’ roster depth was further tested with Kristaps Porzingis also sidelined, forcing role players like Sam Hauser to step up—Hauser responded with an efficient 12-point first quarter, hitting all four of his three-point attempts. Statistically, the Cavaliers dominated key categories in the opening stretch: they shot 60% from the field and a blistering 75% from three-point range, compared to Boston’s 57.9% and 60% respectively. Cleveland also controlled the glass and forced crucial turnovers, capitalizing on Boston’s makeshift lineup. The game’s pace remained moderate, with both teams playing to lower totals—mirroring recent betting trends favoring the under on projected point totals (the over/under was set at 233.5). Bookmakers and analysts, including those at Covers and FOX Sports, predicted a Cavaliers win and recommended taking Cleveland to cover the spread. The Cavs’ recent ATS (against the spread) record versus Boston was 5-1 in their last six meetings, further supporting the case for a Cleveland advantage. With the Celtics missing key stars and the Cavaliers building on their strong early-season form under head coach Kenny Atkinson, Cleveland’s victory in Boston not only extended their winning streak but also cemented their status as one of the Eastern Conference’s early contenders. As the teams look ahead, the Celtics will hope to get healthier, while the Cavaliers aim to maintain their momentum and capitalize on their depth and star power.