Jayson Tatum's 49 Points Fuels Boston Celtics' Blowout Win Over Philadelphia 76ers
Celtics Extend Win Streak to 10 Games
The Boston Celtics continued their impressive run of form with a dominant 126-88 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. Jayson Tatum led the way for the Celtics, scoring a game-high 49 points on 18-of-29 shooting from the field. The Celtics jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, leading by as many as 30 points in the second half. The 76ers struggled to keep pace, shooting just 38.5% from the field and turning the ball over 17 times. Tatum was ably supported by Jaylen Brown, who scored 22 points, and Malcolm Brogdon, who added 19 points off the bench. The Celtics also received solid contributions from Marcus Smart (13 points), Al Horford (12 points), and Robert Williams III (10 points).The Celtics have now won 10 games in a row and are the hottest team in the NBA. They are currently tied for the best record in the Eastern Conference and are one of the favorites to win the NBA championship.
Tatum Continues to Shine
Jayson Tatum has been on a tear lately, averaging 34.3 points per game over his last 10 games. He is shooting 53.5% from the field and 41.1% from three-point range during that span.
Tatum's performance against the 76ers was his best of the season. He was efficient from the field, hit some tough shots, and was a force on the defensive end. He is quickly becoming one of the best players in the NBA and is a major reason for the Celtics' success this season.
Celtics Defense Stifles 76ers
The Celtics' defense was outstanding against the 76ers, holding them to just 38.5% shooting from the field. The 76ers were also limited to just 11 three-pointers, well below their season average of 14.1 per game.
The Celtics' defense has been one of the best in the NBA this season, allowing opponents to shoot just 44.5% from the field and 35.9% from three-point range. They are also forcing opponents to turn the ball over 15.5 times per game.
Up Next
The Celtics will host the Orlando Magic on Thursday night. The Magic are 14-18 this season and have lost five of their last six games.
The Celtics will be looking to extend their winning streak to 11 games and continue their climb up the Eastern Conference standings. They will be favored to win against the Magic, but they will need to be careful not to overlook their opponent.
