Bobby Manning

Two nights after toppling the champs, the Golden State Warriors traveled to Cleveland, fell behind 20-2 and trailed by as many as 41 points before losing 136-117 to the undefeated Cavs.

Jayson Tatum is reading defenses, screening and running better than before while returning his 30 PPG scoring. It makes a compelling MVP case.

Joe Mazzulla said he's noticed more physicality in the NBA this season before the Celtics counteracted more tough play from the Nets to win big.

Jayson Tatum shook off 11 straight misses on game-tying or go-ahead shots to hit a game-winning three.

The Celtics rank 27th in points allowed in the paint and 21st in field goal percentage allowed within five feet.

The Celtics rank 27th in opponent points in the paint and 21st in field goal percentage allowed within five feet. The latter is down from third last year as Boston prepares to play the big Cavaliers frontcourt.

Kristaps Porzingis took part in a full scrimmage with the Maine Celtics on Monday opposite of Xavier Tillman as his return could come sooner rather than later.

The Celtics built a big lead before the Cavs fought back in the second half as both teams embraced an imperfect matchup with high-stakes energy.

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum did not participate in team discussions around policy initiatives at the White House, focusing more on celebrating the championship as a team.

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum did not participate in team discussions around policy initiatives at the White House, focusing more on celebrating the championship as a team.