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Jayson Tatum scores 34 as Celtics demolish the Hornets 119-80 in NBA Cup play
Boston built a 31-point halftime lead and improved to 2-0 in NBA Cup play behind Tatum’s 34 points.
On Friday, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum scored 34 points with nine assists and eight rebounds as the Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets 119-80 in NBA Cup play.
Playing without starters Kon Knueppel and Moussa Diabate, Charlotte suffered its sixth consecutive loss. Brandon Miller departed in the second quarter with right groin soreness and did not return.
Boston made 17 three-point field goals in the first half, building a 31-point lead. Tatum scored 24 points by halftime and finished 11-for-11 on free throws to anchor the offensive barrage.
The Celtics travel to Milwaukee on Sunday night, while the Hornets host Cleveland on Monday. Charlotte shot 27.7% in the first half as the team seeks to snap a six-game losing streak.
Boston secured its seventh win in eight games while padding point differential numbers for the NBA Cup. The Celtics held Charlotte to 29.3% shooting, demonstrating defensive dominance in the lopsided victory.