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Starting strong, the Celtics established a 20-point lead early in the game, never trailing after the 5:50 mark of the first quarter. Their defense was intense from the outset, with the game initially presenting a low scoring battle marked by solid defensive efforts from both teams. By the end of the first quarter, the Celtics had built a significant 28-5 lead against a cold-shooting Cavaliers team, a testament to their aggressive rebounding and defensive strategy.