nba Game Recap
Recap - Celtics Defeat Charlotte 113-103
The Celtics got a 29-point performance from Jayson Tatum as Boston ran past Charlotte 113-103 on Saturday at Spectrum Center.
Boston did not, however, defeat the Hornets against the spread, which closed at -10.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 231.5.
Payton Pritchard had 22 points for Boston and Luke Kornet chipped in with 19 points. Jrue Holiday had 6 assists for the Celtics, while Derrick White was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Hornets got a 36-point performance from LaMelo Ball, who was supported by 16 points from Brandon Miller. Brandon Miller had 6 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Miles Bridges grabbed 8 rebounds.
The Celtics hit the break winning 68-50 before taking care of business in the second half.
Boston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-34.
Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Hawks. The Hornets will aim to get back on the winning track at Minnesota.