In an exciting game on Sunday, Jaylen Brown led the Boston Celtics to victory with a stellar performance, scoring 30 points, including three successful three-point shots. Despite a fierce comeback attempt by the Toronto Raptors, the Celtics secured a 121-113 win.
Brandon Ingram impressed for the Raptors with 30 points, contributing to their efforts to overturn a 23-point deficit in the third quarter. The game saw a close battle, with the Raptors taking their first lead through a Jamal Shead layup with just over ten minutes remaining.
The Celtics regained control with a crucial three-pointer from Payton Prichard, ultimately securing their fifth consecutive win. Guard Derrick White was also instrumental in the victory, scoring 27 points, while Pritchard added 15 points to the Celtics’ tally.
For the Raptors, Scottie Barnes and Sandro Mamukelashvili made significant contributions with 18 and 14 points respectively. Barnes stood out with 11 rebounds and eight assists, showcasing his all-around skills on the court.
The Celtics dominated early on, establishing an early lead and maintaining it throughout the game. Their solid performance from beyond the arc, going 20 for 47 in three-point attempts, proved crucial against the Raptors, who struggled with their shooting accuracy, making only nine of 22 three-point attempts.
In other news, guard Immanuel Quickley of the Raptors battled illness but still managed to contribute 11 points to the team’s effort. Meanwhile, Chris Boucher of the Celtics received a special video tribute before the game, marking his return to Scotiabank Arena since departing the Raptors to join Boston last summer.
A key moment in the game was Pritchard’s well-executed pass leading to a White layup, which capped off a pivotal 7-0 run for the Celtics, extending their lead in the second quarter.
Notably, the Celtics’ impressive 77-point first half was the most points allowed by the Raptors in a half this season, surpassing the previous high set by the Dallas Mavericks.
Looking ahead, the Raptors will face the New York Knicks on Tuesday, concluding their five-game homestand.