BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum had 32 factors and 14 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the San Antonio Spurs 116-103 on Wednesday night time for his or her third straight victory and seventh in eight video games.
Kristaps Porzingis added 29 factors for Boston and Derrick White had 19 factors, 9 assists and 7 rebounds within the remaining sport for each groups earlier than the All-Star break.
The Spurs lower a 19-point halftime deficit to 93-85 early within the fourth quarter. Boston outscored San Antonio 23-18 the remainder of the way in which.
De’Aaron Fox had 23 factors in his fifth sport with the Spurs since being traded by Sacramento. Victor Wembanyama added 17 factors, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and two blocks.
San Antonio has gained three of its final eight.
Takeaways
Spurs: They’re simply 2-3 in 5 video games with Fox. However getting some apply time collectively ought to profit this new-look group after not having any throughout a six-game journey.
Celtics: After beginning the brand new 12 months 8-6, Boston has discovered a groove and heading into the break.
Key second
With Boston main 105-91 within the fourth quarter, Porzingis was double-teamed by Wembanyama and Fox and flipped a no-look, over the pinnacle move to Al Horford, who handed to Sam Hauser for a protracted jumper.
Key stat
The Celtics improved to 17-10 at dwelling after shedding three of its earlier 4 video games at TD Backyard.
Up subsequent
Each groups return to play Feb. 20. The Spurs host Phoenix, and the Celtics are at Philadelphia.
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