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Celtics vs Suns Final: 117-107 - Recap

The Celtics got a 29-point performance from Jayson Tatum, who added 10 rebounds as Boston ran past Phoenix 117-107 on Saturday at Footprint Center.

Boston was a favorite by -5.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 226.0.

Jaylen Brown had 27 points for Boston and Jrue Holiday chipped in with 15 points. Derrick White had 9 assists for the Celtics, while Al Horford was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.

Phoenix got 45 points from Kevin Durant in a losing cause and another 25 points from Bradley Beal. Kevin Durant contributed 6 assists for the Suns, while Jusuf Nurkic had 11 rebounds.

The Celtics hit the break winning 62-50 before taking care of business in the second half.

Boston had a 43-41 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Trail Blazers. The Suns will aim to get back on the winning track at Cleveland.