In a thrilling encounter at TD Garden, Jayson Tatum’s buzzer-beater propelled the Boston Celtics to a hard-fought 126-123 victory over the Toronto Raptors, marking their second overtime win of the season. This victory improves the Celtics’ record to 11-3, placing them securely in second place within the Eastern Conference standings.
Jaylen Brown was instrumental for Boston, leading the scoring with 27 points while also showcasing his defensive skills throughout the game. Despite a strong performance from the Raptors, who had Jakob Poeltl achieving a career-high 35 points and RJ Barrett registering his first career triple-double with 25 points, 15 assists, and 10 rebounds, the outcome was not in their favor. The Raptors, currently at the bottom of the NBA standings with a 2-12 record, struggled to overcome the Celtics’ performance even with 72 points scored in the paint.
Looking ahead, the Celtics are set to face the Cleveland Cavaliers, who remain undefeated at 14-0, in the upcoming NBA Cup. The continuing strong performance from Tatum and Brown gives Celtics fans hope as they move further into the season.
This game illustrates the resilience and talent of the Celtics, demonstrating their ability to close out tight games in dramatic fashion. Tatum’s timely shot not only highlights his skills but also cements his role as a clutch player for the team. With their current momentum, the Celtics could be a formidable contender in the league this season.