By Emre Asikci
ISTANBUL (AA) - The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to five games with a hard-fought 107-105 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday at TD Garden.
The Celtics, sitting second in the Eastern Conference, improved to a 14-4 record for the season. Jaylen Brown led Boston’s charge with 29 points and four assists, while Jayson Tatum contributed 26 points and eight rebounds. Derrick White added 19 points and nine rebounds to round out the Celtics’ key performers.
Despite the loss, the Timberwolves saw standout performances from Anthony Edwards, who posted 28 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists, and Rudy Gobert, who dominated with 20 rebounds and 10 points. Julius Randle also chipped in with 23 points and six rebounds.
Additionally, Rudy Gobert dominated the boards with a massive 20 rebounds alongside 10 points.
Other NBA results
- Boston Celtics-Minnesota Timberwolves: 107-105
- Indiana Pacers-Washington Wizards: 115-103
- Philadelphia 76ers-Los Angeles Clippers: 99-125
- Miami Heat-Dallas Mavericks: 123-118 (Overtime)
- Cleveland Cavaliers-Toronto Raptors: 122-108
- Sacramento Kings-Brooklyn Nets: 103-108