In today's NBA playoffs, the Boston Celtics showed a strong ability to play on the road, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers again on the road with an excellent performance. The win gave the Celtics a crucial match point to a 3-1 lead in the series.
Celtic's away form has been a big plus for them. According to statistics, since 2023, the Celtics have won more than 50% of their last five series. This statistic is a testament to their competitiveness on the road.
Specifically, in the first-round series in 2023, the Celtics have a 2-1 record on the road; And in the second-round series in 2023, they are also 2-1 on the road. In addition, in the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals, they still have a good record of 2 wins and 1 loss on the road.
In 2024, Celtic's away form is even more impressive. In the first-round series, they won 2-0 on the road; And in the current second-round series, they have a 2-0 record on the road. These stats are undoubtedly a testament to Celtic's dominance on the road.
The last time the Celtics won less than 50% of their series on the road was back in the 2022 Finals, when they had a 1-2 record on the road. Since then, however, the Celtics seem to have found their way to playing on the road, and their away win percentage has skyrocketed, making them one of the best teams in the league on the road.
This away advantage for the Celtics is especially important in the playoffs. The playoffs are a brutal knockout game, and every game counts. Being able to win away from home can not only bring a valuable victory to the team, but also put a lot of psychological pressure on the home team. In the past few series, the Celtics have been able to stand out from the competition with their excellent away performances.
Overall, Celtic once again showed their strength on the road in today's game. They took a 3-1 lead over the Cavaliers to get the series point in the series. The Celtics have consistently won over 50% of their away games in the last five series, a statistic that speaks volumes about their dominance on the road. As the playoffs progress, the Celtics are expected to continue to play on their road advantage and challenge for the championship.