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Nets Down Boston 121-109 - Match Report

Boston was victimized by Kyrie Irving for 40 points as the Nets defeated the Celtics 121-109 in NBA action on Thursday.

Brooklyn was a favorite by -2.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 232.0.

James Harden had 22 points for Brooklyn and Landry Shamet chipped in with 18 points. James Harden had 8 assists for the Nets, while James Harden was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

The Celtics got a 31-point performance from Jayson Tatum, who was supported by 19 points from Marcus Smart. Jaylen Brown had 6 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Daniel Theis grabbed 8 rebounds.

Brooklyn led at halftime, 58-55.

The rebound battle favored Brooklyn as they grabbed 45 boards, while Boston only had 39

Brooklyn heads into a battle against the Pistons. Boston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Houston.