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🔊Is it time to end Cleveland’s fantastic undefeated streak? The Cavaliers have achieved 15 victories in the first 15 games of the new NBA season, however, in the next match the team will have to play against the current league champion. The bookmakers do not trust the visitors and consider Boston as the favorite of the match. In this situation, we will try to analyze all the details to give you an accurate prediction.
Direct meetings
In head-to-head matchups, Boston has a slight advantage in results. In a stretch of 83 games, the current NBA champion has defeated its rival 44 times, while Cleveland has managed to win 39 times. We must also not forget that these teams met in the quarterfinals of the previous edition of the tournament, and then the Celtics advanced to the next round, winning the series 4-1.
Boston Celtics
Boston continues to chase Cleveland in the Eastern Conference standings. Since the start of the season, the team has only suffered 3 defeats, while it has 11 victories to its name. However, in many cases, the Celtics have not played at their best. An excellent example is the last game against Toronto. It seemed like the reigning NBA champion was playing at home against the worst club in the East right now. What could go wrong? However, Boston underestimated its opponent, losing by 2 points with 40 seconds left in the fourth quarter and with great effort took the game to overtime. Yes, the team finally brought the matter to a logical conclusion (126-123), but an unpleasant feeling remained anyway.
Cleveland Cavaliers
On November 18, Cleveland tied the second-best start in NBA history at 15-0. The Cavaliers easily beat the Hornets on their home court (128-114) and remain undefeated. Thanks to this victory, Cleveland became the fourth team in league history to start a season with a 15-0 record. At the beginning of November, the idea arose that those led by Kenny Atkinson had begun to slow down (114-113 and 116-114 against Milwaukee, which is not in its best state), but now the team is once again sweeping everyone in his way. Even a large number of unforced turnovers (20) and missed rebounds at his rim (17) did not affect the final result.
Editorial prediction
According to the bookmakers, Boston is the favorite for the next matchup. However, our editorial team doesn’t think these Celtics can stop Cleveland. Yes, Boston has the strongest roster by NBA standards, but at the moment the team is not showing the best basketball. Even clubs like Toronto (123-126 after overtime) and Atlanta (117-116), which are not highly rated in the league, played on equal terms with the reigning champion away from home. The Cavaliers, seeking to set a record for the best start in NBA history, will definitely do everything possible to achieve the necessary result in the upcoming meeting. However, we will take a safer bet to minimize risks – Cleveland victory with handicap (+5.5).
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What strategies is Coach Atkinson employing to keep the Cavaliers focused during their impressive undefeated streak against formidable opponents like the Boston Celtics?
Guest 1: Cleveland Cavaliers Head Coach, Kenny Atkinson
Editor: Coach Atkinson, the Cavaliers have started the season on an impressive 15-0 run, but now face a tough test against the defending champion Boston Celtics. How are you preparing your team for this upcoming game, considering your history of success against them?
Kenny Atkinson: Well, we’re certainly excited about the challenge ahead. We’re aware of our past success against Boston, but we know they’ve made some important improvements since our last meeting. We’re focusing on our strengths as a team and working on shoring up any weaknesses we see in our game. Our ultimate goal is to play a complete 48 minutes of basketball and come out on top.
Editor: Your team has faced some close calls recently, such as the 2-point loss to Toronto. How do you maintain focus and prevent complacency during this historic undefeated streak?
Kenny Atkinson: We understand the privilege of being in this position, and we don’t take it for granted. Every game is a new challenge, and we treat each opponent with respect. We don’t get caught up in the hype or the records – our focus is on improving as a team and winning each game. It’s important that we stay grounded and continue to work hard every day.
Guest 2: Boston Celtics Head Coach, Brad Stevens
Editor: Coach Stevens, your team is also in excellent form with an 11-3 record so far this season. How do you plan to counter the Cavaliers’ strong start and avoid another upset loss like the one against Toronto?
Brad Stevens: We learned some valuable lessons from the Toronto game. We know that no team in the NBA can be taken lightly, even if they have a losing record. We need to be better prepared and focused for every game, especially against a team like the Cavaliers who are playing great basketball. We’ll be looking to improve our overall effort and execution on both ends of the court.
Editor: Despite the recent close call against Toronto, Boston remains at the top of the Eastern Conference. How do you balance maintaining momentum with ensuring your team is prepared for this important matchup
