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Boston Defeats Denver 108-95 - Recap

The Celtics got a 26-point performance from Jayson Tatum as Boston ran past Denver 108-95 on Friday at TD Garden.

Bettors who backed the Celtics were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 205.5.

Boston got 21 points from Jaylen Brown and another 19 points from Kemba Walker. Jayson Tatum contributed 5 assists, while Jaylen Brown cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

The Nuggets got a 30-point performance from Nikola Jokic, who was supported by 10 points from Jamal Murray. Gary Harris had 4 assists in a losing cause for Denver, while Nikola Jokic grabbed 10 rebounds.

Boston led at halftime, 53-45.

Denver had a 41-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Boston takes its act home to face Cleveland looking for another win. For Denver, they head on the road to face Brooklyn.