nba Game Recap
Recap - Celtics Defeat Orlando 112-96
Orlando was victimized by Jaylen Brown for 34 points as the Celtics defeated the Magic 112-96 in NBA action on Sunday.
The Celtics were a -9.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 215.0.
Jayson Tatum had 23 points for Boston and Kemba Walker chipped in with 14 points. Marcus Smart had 8 assists for the Celtics, while Daniel Theis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Orlando got 22 points from Nikola Vucevic in a losing cause and another 18 points from James Ennis III. Aaron Gordon contributed 5 assists for the Magic, while Nikola Vucevic had 13 rebounds.
Boston led at halftime, 56-48.
Boston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-44.
Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Grizzlies. The Magic will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Denver.