The Boston Celtics suffered a disappointing loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, relinquishing a substantial 22-point lead to lose 123-116 at home. Head Coach Joe Mazzulla emphasized the need for improvement from both coaching and players in light of the defeat. Despite the setback, the Celtics remain in second place in the Eastern Conference standings with a 42-18 record.

As they prepare to host the Denver Nuggets next, the Celtics are currently experiencing a two-game losing streak but maintain a solid home record of 18-11. The Cavaliers, meanwhile, showcased their resilience, marking their biggest comeback victory since 2014 against the same opponent, and are riding a nine-game winning streak with a record of 49-10.