Celtics Continue Their Hot Streak
The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to five games with a convincing 118-105 victory over the New York Knicks on Sunday night. Led by Jayson Tatum’s near triple-double and Jaylen Brown’s all-around brilliance, Boston proved once again why they are among the Eastern Conference elites.
Tatum & Brown Lead the Charge
- Jayson Tatum: 25 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists
- Jaylen Brown: 24 points, 8 rebounds
- Derrick White: 19 points (5-of-6 from 3-point range), 9 rebounds, 7 assists
- Kristaps Porzingis: 15 points
- Jrue Holiday: 14 points
Boston shot 17-of-44 from deep and outrebounded the Knicks 49-40, showcasing their dominance on both ends. Despite a spirited comeback attempt from Karl-Anthony Towns (24 points, 18 rebounds) and Jalen Brunson (22 points), the Knicks fell short, unable to contain Boston’s offensive firepower.
Other NBA Highlights
Thunder 130, Timberwolves 123
Oklahoma City edged out Minnesota, fueled by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 37-point masterclass. The Thunder, who have now won nine of their last ten games, saw Chet Holmgren (19 points, 8-of-11 shooting) and Jalen Williams (18 points, 9 assists) shine. Anthony Edwards (29 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists) put up a fight, but Minnesota suffered their fourth loss in five games.
Warriors 126, Mavericks 102
Golden State put on a show in San Francisco, demolishing the Dallas Mavericks. Stephen Curry (30 points, 16 in the third quarter) led the way, while Jimmy Butler III (18 points in his home debut) and Brandin Podziemski (17 points, 13 rebounds) provided excellent support. Kyrie Irving and P.J. Washington led the Mavericks with 17 points each, but Dallas’ three-game winning streak came to an abrupt end.
Cavaliers 129, Grizzlies 123
Donovan Mitchell exploded for 33 points, guiding Cleveland to their seventh straight victory. Ty Jerome (26 points) and Evan Mobley (25 points, 13 rebounds) added crucial contributions. Memphis saw Jaren Jackson Jr. (22 points) and Ja Morant (21 points, 10 assists) keep things competitive, but Cleveland’s depth proved too much.
Bucks 120, Heat 113
Damian Lillard (28 points, 8 assists) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (23 points, 16 rebounds, 7 assists) lifted the Bucks to their fourth straight win. Tyler Herro (40 points, 11 assists) carried Miami, but it wasn’t enough to stop Milwaukee’s momentum.
Magic 110, Wizards 90
Orlando continued their dominance over Washington, winning their eighth straight matchup. Anthony Black (23 points) and Franz Wagner (23 points) led the charge. Jordan Poole (16 points) topped the Wizards’ scoring, but their losing streak extended to six games.
Pacers 129, Clippers 111
Tyrese Haliburton (29 points, 12 assists) orchestrated a wire-to-wire win for Indiana. James Harden (31 points, 11 assists, 7 rebounds) tried to keep Los Angeles in the game, but the Clippers had no answer for Indiana’s balanced attack.
Pistons 148, Hawks 143
In an offensive shootout, Cade Cunningham (38 points, 12 assists) led the Pistons to their sixth consecutive victory. Atlanta’s Trae Young (38 points, 13 assists) kept things tight, but Dennis Schroder’s clutch three-point play sealed it for Detroit.
Raptors 127, Suns 109
Toronto bounced back with a win over Phoenix behind Immanuel Quickley, Chris Boucher, and RJ Barrett (all 23 points each). Devin Booker (31 points) and Bradley Beal (30 points) shined for the Suns, but their struggles continued.
Pelicans 114, Spurs 96
Zion Williamson (22 points) and Kelly Olynyk (14 points, 15 rebounds) propelled New Orleans to victory over San Antonio, who fell apart in the second half.
FAQs
The Celtics showed their dominance with a well-rounded performance, controlling the boards, hitting clutch shots, and closing out the game when the Knicks threatened a comeback.
Curry was spectacular, scoring 30 points, including 16 in the third quarter, helping the Warriors cruise past Dallas.
As of now, the Cleveland Cavaliers hold the longest winning streak with seven straight victories.
Absolutely! Lillard (28 points) and Giannis (23 points, 16 rebounds, 7 assists) led Milwaukee to a crucial win.
The Celtics will aim to extend their winning streak when they face their next Eastern Conference opponent, hoping to strengthen their grip on second place.
Conclusion
The NBA continues to deliver thrilling matchups and standout performances, with the Boston Celtics, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Cleveland Cavaliers maintaining their dominance. As the playoff race heats up, every game counts, and teams are leaving it all on the floor. Stay tuned for more intense battles, jaw-dropping performances, and record-breaking moments in the weeks ahead!
