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Toronto Raptors vs Boston Celtics Recap - Raptors Win 115-83
Boston was run off the court by the Raptors on Friday as Toronto blasted the Celtics 115-83 at TD Garden.
Bettors who backed the Raptors were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 217.5.
Scottie Barnes had 25 points for Toronto and Gary Trent Jr. chipped in with 20 points. Fred VanVleet had 9 assists for the Raptors, while Precious Achiuwa was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.
Boston got 18 points from Jayson Tatum in a losing cause and another 12 points from Josh Richardson. Marcus Smart contributed 5 assists for the Celtics, while Al Horford had 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Toronto were victorious, as the score was 51-47 at the break.
Toronto had a 60-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Toronto looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Mavericks. The Celtics will aim to get back on the winning track at Houston.