nba Game Recap
Celtics Down Charlotte 140-129 - Match Report
Charlotte was victimized by Jayson Tatum for 41 points as the Celtics defeated the Hornets 140-129 in NBA action on Monday.
Boston won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 225.0.
Jaylen Brown had 30 points for Boston and Dennis Schroder chipped in with 23 points. Jayson Tatum had 8 assists for the Celtics, while Robert Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 16 boards.
The Hornets got a 25-point performance from Miles Bridges, who was supported by 25 points from LaMelo Ball. LaMelo Ball had 9 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Mason Plumlee grabbed 11 rebounds.
The Celtics hit the break winning 68-66 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 53 boards, while Charlotte only had 52
Next game, Boston takes its act home to face Washington looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head on the road to face Orlando.