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NBA Conference Finals, Celtics Vs. Cavaliers Game 2 (May 15) Preview: Time Start, Channel, Series Schedule

The Boston Celtics will host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals, and here is what you need to know.

Cavaliers vs. Celtics Conference Finals Game 2 Preview

Boston leads the series 1-0 after winning 108-83 in Game 1 on Sunday. The Celtics have the edge for Game 2, as they are 8-0 at home in the 2018 playoffs. Boston forced LeBron James into seven turnovers on Sunday.

However, the Cavs have also been performing well and setting records during this postseason. James is set to become the first player in NBA history to score 1,000 points in the playoffs against one team over the duration of his 14-year career.

Tuesday’s game will begin at 8:30pm EST and will air on ESPN.

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On Monday night, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Houston Rockets 119-106 in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Kevin Durant led the defending NBA champions with 37 points.

Here is the full series schedule for the Cavs and Celtics:

Game 3 in Cleveland: Saturday, May 19, 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Game 4 in Cleveland: Monday, May 21, 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Game 5 (if necessary) in Boston: Wednesday, May 23, 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Game 6 (if necessary) in Cleveland: Friday, May 25, 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Game 7 (if necessary) in Boston: Sunday, May 27, 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

 

Pablo Mena

Writer and assistant editor for usports.org. NY Giants and Rangers fan. Film and TV enthusiast (especially Harry Potter and The Office) and lover of foreign languages and cultures.

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