nba Game Recap
Washington Falls 130-121 to Celtics - Recap
Jaylen Brown went off for 36 points and added 5 rebounds leading Boston to a 130-121 win over Washington on Sunday at TD Garden.
The Celtics were a -7.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 220.5.
Malcolm Brogdon had 17 points for Boston and Derrick White chipped in with 15 points. Marcus Smart had 7 assists for the Celtics, while Grant Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Washington got 30 points from Bradley Beal in a losing cause and another 21 points from Kristaps Porzingis. Monte Morris contributed 8 assists for the Wizards, while Bradley Beal had 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Boston were victorious, as the score was 72-55 at the break.
Boston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-29.
Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Hornets. The Wizards will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Minnesota.