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Boston Defeats Indiana 142-138 - Recap
Jayson Tatum scored 31 points and added 12 rebounds for a double-double, leading Boston over Indiana, 142-138, on Thursday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Boston did not, however, defeat the Pacers against the spread, which closed at -8.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 233.0.
Jaylen Brown had 30 points for Boston and Malcolm Brogdon chipped in with 24 points. Jayson Tatum had 7 assists for the Celtics, while Jayson Tatum was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Indiana got 40 points from Myles Turner in a losing cause and another 22 points from Tyrese Haliburton. Tyrese Haliburton contributed 14 assists for the Pacers, while Myles Turner had 10 rebounds.
Boston led at halftime, 68-58.
Boston had a 51-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Boston looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the 76ers. The Pacers will aim to get back on the winning track at Orlando.