Providence, RI -- (Sports Network) - Tony Allen scored a game-high 25 points, which included hitting 13-of-16 foul shots, as the Boston Celtics earned a slim 96-94 decision over the Cleveland Cavaliers in preseason action at the Dunkin Donuts Center.

With Boston's regular starters playing limited minutes, Patrick O'Bryant took advantage with a 12-point, five-rebound effort for the Celtics. Bill Walker and Eddie House each chipped in 10 points in the win.

LeBron James led the Cavs with 15 points despite playing just 13 1/2 minutes. Wally Szczerbiak and Zydrunas Ilgauskas logged 13 and 12 points, respectively.

After battling back from a 79-73 deficit heading into the final quarter, Boston took the lead for good on Leon Powe's two free throws with 13 seconds remaining in the game.