nba Game Recap
Recap - Celtics Defeat Phoenix 132-102
The battle between the Celtics and Suns didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Phoenix was handed a 132-102 defeat on Wednesday at PHX Arena.
Bettors who backed the Celtics were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 221.5.
Kristaps Porzingis had 30 points for Boston and Jaylen Brown chipped in with 24 points. Derrick White had 7 assists for the Celtics, while Al Horford was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
The Suns got a 30-point performance from Kevin Durant, who was supported by 14 points from Devin Booker. Devin Booker had 10 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Devin Booker grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Boston were victorious, as the score was 73-54 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 48 boards, while Phoenix only had 38
Boston heads into a battle against the Spurs. Phoenix, meanwhile, will have their next action against Minnesota.