nba Game Recap
Celtics Down Minnesota 118-115 - Match Report
Minnesota was victimized by Jayson Tatum for 33 points as the Celtics defeated the Timberwolves 118-115 in NBA action on Thursday.
Boston won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 216.0.
Derrick White had 26 points for Boston and Sam Hauser chipped in with 15 points. Jayson Tatum had 9 assists for the Celtics, while Jayson Tatum was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Timberwolves got a 27-point performance from Julius Randle, who was supported by 20 points from Naz Reid. Julius Randle had 7 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Julius Randle grabbed 8 rebounds.
The Celtics hit the break winning 62-51 before taking care of business in the second half.
Minnesota had a 41-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Boston takes its act on the road to face Houston looking for another win. For Minnesota, they head on the road to face Detroit.