Cavs fall to Celtics in preseason opener; Tyson shines offensively

The Cleveland Cavaliers faced the Boston Celtics in their preseason opener on October 8, 2026, losing in a challenging matchup. Jaylon Tyson led the Cavaliers with 14 points in 16 minutes, showcasing his potential despite not playing in the second half. Other notable contributors included Craig Porter Jr. with 10 assists and Meleek Thomas with 11 points. The Cavaliers will look to regroup for their next preseason game as they assess player performances ahead of the regular season.

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