2016-17 NBA Season Highlights and Results
Eastern Conference First Round: Celtics Defeat Wizards
May 12, 2017: Celtics 92, Wizards 91
In a thrilling Eastern Conference First Round matchup, the Boston Celtics narrowly defeated the Washington Wizards in a close-fought battle. Led by Isaiah Thomas's 29 points and 12 assists, the Celtics managed to pull out a 92-91 victory.
Kelly Olynyk had a breakout performance, scoring a career-playoff high 26 points. The Wizards fought hard, but ultimately could not overcome the Celtics' strong shooting and defense.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams taking turns leading throughout the game. In the end, it was the Celtics who made the crucial plays down the stretch to secure the victory.
Eastern Conference Semifinals: Celtics Advance to Next Round
The Celtics' victory over the Wizards propelled them to the Eastern Conference Semifinals, where they faced the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Cavaliers, led by LeBron James, were heavily favored to win, but the Celtics gave them a run for their money.
The Celtics lost the series in five games, but they showed that they are a team on the rise. Isaiah Thomas emerged as a legitimate star, and the team's young players gained valuable experience.
With a bright future ahead of them, the Celtics are poised to make a deep playoff run next season.
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