The Boston Celtics delivered a stunning blow to the Washington Wizards, crushing them with a final score of 146-101, marking the Wizards' most devastating defeat of the season. This game was a showcase of the Celtics' dominance, even without one of their key players.
Derrick White was the star of the show, achieving a season-high 30 points. He wasn't alone in his stellar performance; Jordan Walsh also shone, contributing a career-high 22 points. White's impressive game also included nine assists and seven rebounds, contributing to the Celtics' overall performance. This victory improved the Celtics' record to 13-9, with a strong track record of winning eight out of their last ten games.
On the Wizards' side, C.J. McCollum led with 22 points, while Khris Middleton added 15 points. The 45-point loss was a significant setback for the Wizards, dropping their record to 3-18. This defeat also extended their losing streak against Boston to 10 consecutive games.
The Celtics' victory was even more remarkable considering they were without Jaylen Brown, who was sidelined due to illness. Brown had previously scored a season-high 42 points against the New York Knicks on Tuesday night.
Peyton Pritchard also had a strong showing for Boston, scoring 20 points and providing eight assists. Neemias Queta added 17 points, and Afrernee Simons contributed 16 points.
Boston controlled the game from the start, never trailing and leading by 37 points at one point in the second quarter. Although Washington managed a 12-point run, they never posed a serious threat to the Celtics' lead.
Up Next:
- The Celtics will host the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night.
- The Wizards will face Atlanta on Saturday night.
What are your thoughts on the Celtics' performance? Do you think the absence of Jaylen Brown significantly impacted the game? Share your opinions in the comments below!
