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Boston Celtics vs Denver Nuggets Recap - Celtics Win 118-106
Boston got 29 points from Jayson Tatum en route to a 118-106 victory over Denver on Tuesday at Ball 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 UNDER the closing total of 231.0.
Boston got 25 points from Kristaps Porzingis and another 19 points from Jrue Holiday. Jaylen Brown contributed 8 assists, while Kristaps Porzingis cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Denver got 26 points from Russell Westbrook in a losing cause and another 19 points from Jamal Murray. Russell Westbrook contributed 6 assists for the Nuggets, while Michael Porter Jr. had 10 rebounds.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 41 boards, while Denver only had 39
Boston heads into a battle against the Kings. Denver, meanwhile, will have their next action against Los Angeles.