Jayson Tatum delivered an impressive performance, leading the Boston Celtics to a narrow victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a game-high 33 points, alongside nine assists and eight rebounds. Derrick White also contributed significantly with 26 points, reflecting the Celtics’ strong offensive capabilities even with key players Jaylen Brown—who is dealing with a right shoulder strain—and Kristaps Porzingis—out with a left ankle sprain—missing the game.
Tatum’s consistency is noteworthy, as he has now recorded eight or more rebounds in 19 consecutive games, which is the second-longest active streak in the NBA. This season, the Celtics have established a solid road record of 12-3 and maintain an overall standing of 25-9.
Throughout the match, the Celtics built and maintained multiple double-digit leads in the second half. However, the Timberwolves made a strong push at the end, nearly forcing overtime; Anthony Edwards’ potential game-tying three-pointer rattled off the rim as time was running out, sealing the victory for Boston at 118-115.
The Celtics will continue their challenging four-game Western Conference road trip with their next matchup against the Houston Rockets.
This victory highlights the resilience of the Celtics, showcasing their ability to win even when facing adversity. With Tatum’s star quality and the collective effort from the team, fans have every reason to be optimistic about the remainder of the season. The upcoming games offer a chance for Boston to further solidify their position in the league.