nba Game Recap
Recap - Celtics Defeat Washington 126-107
The Wizards were burned for 36 points by Jaylen Brown on Monday as the Celtics picked up a 126-107 win at Capital One Arena.
Bettors who backed the Celtics were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 232.0.
Boston got 33 points from Jayson Tatum and another 15 points from Kristaps Porzingis. Derrick White contributed 8 assists, while Sam Hauser cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Washington got 21 points from Kyle Kuzma in a losing cause and another 14 points from Eugene Omoruyi. Tyus Jones contributed 7 assists for the Wizards, while Deni Avdija had 7 rebounds.
Boston led at halftime, 77-51.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 51 boards, while Washington only had 40
Boston heads into a battle against the Pacers. Washington, meanwhile, will have their next action against Atlanta.