nba Game Recap
Recap - Celtics Defeat Chicago 123-119
Chicago was victimized for 36 points and 12 rebounds by Jayson Tatum as the Celtics defeated the Bulls 123-119 in NBA action on Friday.
The Celtics won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -7.5-point spread. OVER bettors were rewarded when the final score pointed to an OVER play.
Malcolm Brogdon had 25 points for Boston and Jaylen Brown chipped in with 16 points. Jayson Tatum had 6 assists for the Celtics, while Jayson Tatum was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
The Bulls got a 46-point performance from DeMar DeRozan, who was supported by 24 points from Nikola Vucevic. DeMar DeRozan had 5 assists in a losing cause for Chicago, while Nikola Vucevic grabbed 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Boston were victorious, as the score was 63-57 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Boston as they grabbed 39 boards, while Chicago only had 37
Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Knicks. The Bulls will aim to get back on the winning track at Toronto.