nba Game Recap
Boston Celtics vs Portland Trail Blazers Wrap - Boston Wins 145-117
Portland was run off the court by the Celtics on Saturday as Boston blasted the Trail Blazers 145-117 at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter.
Bettors who backed the Celtics were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 211.0.
Dennis Schroder had 31 points for Boston and Jayson Tatum chipped in with 31 points. Dennis Schroder had 8 assists for the Celtics, while Enes Freedom was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.
The Trail Blazers got a 24-point performance from CJ McCollum, who was supported by 21 points from Dennis Smith Jr.. Dennis Smith Jr. had 6 assists in a losing cause for Portland, while Cody Zeller grabbed 8 rebounds.
The Celtics hit the break winning 64-58 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 47 boards, while Portland only had 31
Next game, Boston takes its act on the road to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Portland, they head home to face Los Angeles.