nba Game Recap
New York Knicks vs Boston Celtics Wrap - Boston Wins 133-123
Derrick White poured in 30 points for Boston on Friday, as they defeated New York 133-123 at TD Garden.
The Celtics were a -7.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 221.0.
Jayson Tatum had 25 points for Boston and Kristaps Porzingis chipped in with 21 points. Jrue Holiday had 5 assists for the Celtics, while Al Horford was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
New York got 23 points from Jalen Brunson in a losing cause and another 23 points from RJ Barrett. Josh Hart contributed 7 assists for the Knicks, while Isaiah Hartenstein had 16 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Boston were victorious, as the score was 74-65 at the break.
New York won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-34.
Boston heads into a battle against the Cavaliers. New York, meanwhile, will have their next action against Toronto.