Jayson Tatum’s 32-point performance, coupled with a formidable 11 rebounds, powered the Boston Celtics to a 124-112 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, further solidifying the Celtics’ undefeated record and marking their fifth straight win this season.
Tatum’s achievement of scoring his 10,000th career point in the second quarter added another milestone to his young career, securing his place as the youngest player in franchise history to reach this notable feat, surpassing the previous record held by Antoine Walker.
Contributions from Jaylen Brown’s 23 points, Kristaps Porzingis’ 22 points, and Jrue Holiday’s double-double of 18 points and 10 assists, complemented Tatum’s dominant display, underscoring the Celtics’ depth and offensive prowess on the court.
Despite a valiant effort from the Nets, led by Cam Thomas’ 27 points, Spencer Dinwiddie and Mikal Bridges’ combined 38 points, and the contributions from Dorian Finney-Smith, Lonnie Walker IV, and Day’Ron Sharpe off the bench, Brooklyn fell short in their pursuit of victory.
Boston’s strong first-half performance gave them a comfortable lead, but a resilient effort from Brooklyn in the third quarter narrowed the gap, setting the stage for a thrilling fourth-quarter battle that ultimately favored the Celtics.
Brooklyn’s challenge was exacerbated by the absence of key players, including Nic Claxton, Cameron Johnson, and Ben Simmons, highlighting the impact of their absence on the team’s overall performance.
