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Celtics Down Orlando 116-100 - Match Report
Orlando was victimized by Jayson Tatum for 33 points as the Celtics defeated the Magic 116-100 in NBA action on Wednesday.
Boston was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 209.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Boston got 23 points from Gordon Hayward and another 18 points from Jaylen Brown. Gordon Hayward contributed 7 assists, while Jayson Tatum cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Orlando got 26 points from Evan Fournier in a losing cause and another 23 points from Aaron Gordon. Michael Carter-Williams contributed 6 assists for the Magic, while Nikola Vucevic had 10 rebounds.
The Celtics hit the break winning 57-56 before taking care of business in the second half.
Boston had a 41-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Boston heads into a battle against the Hawks. Orlando, meanwhile, will have their next action against New York.