nba Game Recap
Celtics vs Bulls Final: 111-104 - Recap
The Celtics got a 28-point performance from Jayson Tatum as Boston ran past Chicago 111-104 on Saturday at United Center.
The Celtics were a +1.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 208.5.
Boston got 24 points from Gordon Hayward and another 19 points from Jaylen Brown. Marcus Smart contributed 5 assists, while Enes Kanter cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Chicago got 35 points from Zach LaVine in a losing cause and another 15 points from Lauri Markkanen. Kris Dunn contributed 7 assists for the Bulls, while Wendell Carter Jr. had 14 rebounds.
The Celtics hit the break winning 55-52 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 44 boards, while Chicago only had 37
Next game, Boston takes its act on the road to face Washington looking for another win. For Chicago, they head on the road to face Dallas.