The Boston Celtics showcased their strength with a dominant 124-90 win over the Washington Wizards. Luke Kornet led the Celtics with 13 points and 14 rebounds, supported by Al Horford's double-double. The Celtics set a season-high 62 rebounds and made 24 three-pointers, reflecting their high-scoring capabilities. Washington, resting several key players, struggled against a fully energized Celtics squad. Boston's bench scored an impressive 53 points, highlighting their depth. This game also saw a record-setting three-pointer marking a historic NBA season. The Celtics look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matchup against the Knicks.
Derrick White added 19 points for Boston, making five of the team's 24 3-pointers. The Celtics had a season-high 62 rebounds.
Of the Boston starters, only Kornet - who was only in the opening lineup because Kristaps Porzingis rested - saw the floor in the fourth quarter.
With a 32-point lead heading into the fourth quarter, Boston's bench got extended time. In all, the Celtics' reserves scored 53 points, led by Payton Pritchard's 20.
Sam Hauser made a 3-pointer in the fourth quarter that was the NBA's 31,580th of the season. That surpassed the record set last season.
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