The last time the Cavs, with James, faced the Celtics in the playoffs, they lost.
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Celtics beat Bucks to end regular season with 6-game win streak
Boston and Milwaukee clear their benches, with their positions set in the upcoming Eastern Conference playoffs.
Jae Crowder’s long shot lifts Celtics to No. 7 spot in playoffs
The 95-93 win over Toronto is Boston’s fifth straight and sets up a playoff matchup with LeBron James’ Cleveland Cavaliers.
Celtics eliminate Pistons from playoff race, 113-103
Boston picks up a key win, keeping the Eastern Conference’s No. 8 spot as Isaiah Thomas scores a season-high 34 points.
Kelly Olynyk overcomes eye injury to lead Celtics past Pacers
Boston’s center takes an elbow in the eye before the game but never blinks, scoring 19 points in a 100-87 win over Indiana.
Celtics get needed win against Hornets as Bradley scores 30
With its 10th win in the last 16 games, Boston regains position for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
Celtics wither under Miami’s heat, 93-86
The loss leaves Boston still in the East’s eighth and final playoff position.
Celtics beat Nets, 110-91, to end 3-game losing streak
Evan Turner has a triple-double as Boston moves back into playoff position.
Celtics’ winning streak ends at Oklahoma City, 122-118
Russell Westbrook, the league’s leading scorer, pours in 36 points in a game between two teams fighting for playoff spots.
Celtics push win streak to 5 games with easy 108-89 win over 76ers
Tyler Zeller and Avery Bradley lead the offense as Boston improves its playoff chances.