The Boston Celtics have set a new NBA record by becoming the first team to secure three wins with a margin of 50 points or more in a single season, following a thunderous victory against the Golden State Warriors.
In a commanding display, the Boston Celtics secured a monumental 140-88 victory over the Golden State Warriors, notching their 11th consecutive win. The matchup saw standout performances from Jaylen Brown, who scored 29 points, and Jayson Tatum, who contributed 27 points on his birthday, propelling the Celtics to a historic win. This victory established the Celtics as the first NBA team to achieve three wins with a margin of 50 points or more in a single season. The game, which saw the Celtics take a dominating half-time lead of 82-38, allowed for the resting of key players in the latter half.
Following the game, Warriors coach Steve Kerr commended the Celtics for their superior performance and acknowledged his team’s struggles, stating explicitly, “Boston were amazing, we weren’t beating them today.”
In other NBA developments, the San Antonio Spurs clinched a victory against the Indiana Pacers, with a final score of 117-105, largely thanks to Victor Wembanyama’s notable effort. Similarly, maintaining their leading position in the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder emerged victorious over the Phoenix Suns, winning 118-110, in a game highlighted by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 35-point performance. These matches contribute to an ongoing season filled with exceptional games and performances across the NBA.
