In Boston, Baylor Scheierman had a breakout game with a career-high 20 points, 13 of which came in the fourth quarter. Kristaps Porzingas added 25 points and 13 rebounds as the Celtics defeated the Brooklyn Nets 104-96 on Tuesday night. Taking advantage of opportunities with key players resting, Scheierman shined for the Celtics. After a strong second half performance, including hitting crucial three-pointers, the rookie received a standing ovation when he left the game in the final minutes. Derrick White contributed 18 points, Jrue Holiday had 12 points and eight assists, and Payton Pritchard added 10 points in the victory. D’Angelo Russell led the Nets with 18 points. The Celtics, without Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, secured their ninth straight regular-season win over the Nets. Next up, Brooklyn faces Indiana while Boston starts a six-game road trip in Utah.
