Boston CelticsAbrir análise completa
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The Boston Celtics defeated the Toronto Raptors 121–113 on December 7 at Scotiabank Arena, staying well below the Vegas total of 224.5 in a defensive-minded contest. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White led Boston with 30 and 27 points respectively, while Brandon Ingram paced Toronto with 30 points and Spencer Barnes added 18. The Celtics' three-point barrage proved decisive—Boston made 20 threes compared to Toronto's nine—and converted 47.8 percent from the field while holding the Raptors to 48.9 percent. Boston's second quarter was particularly dominant, outscoring Toronto 43–33 to establish control; Toronto never recovered despite a strong 33-point third quarter. The Celtics' defensive rating of 115.0 held firm against the Raptors' 127.2 offensive rating, and Boston's 24 assists and eight steals showcased their ball movement and perimeter pressure. The loss drops Toronto further in the standings as Boston's balanced scoring and three-point efficiency continue to define their winning formula.
