Celtics' NBA Cup Hopes Hang in Balance After Narrow Win Over Bulls

The Boston Celtics' chances of advancing in the NBA Cup took a hit after the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers, securing the top spot in East Group C. The Celtics, now unable to win the group, must beat the Chicago Bulls and hope to qualify as a wild card based on point differential. The Celtics and Bulls both have a 2-1 record, but the Hawks hold the tiebreaker over Boston. The Celtics' path to the knockout stages is uncertain, as it depends on their performance and results from other groups.