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Did the Boston Celtics' Offensive Surge Leave the Washington Wizards Spellbound?

The Boston Celtics improved their record to 13-9 with a commanding 146-101 victory over the Washington Wizards, who now stand at 3-18. The game took place at Capital One Arena, where the Celtics showcased their offensive prowess and defensive strength throughout all four quarters.


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First Quarter


The opening quarter set the tone for what would be a dominant performance by the C's. They quickly established control with a 32-point effort, while holding DC to just 26 points. Payton Pritchard was instrumental in this early surge, contributing significantly with his playmaking abilities.


Second Quarter


In the second quarter, Boston continued to build on their lead by adding another 34 points. Derrick White was pivotal during this period, showcasing his scoring ability and helping maintain defensive pressure on the Wiz. The Green Machine's defense limited Washington's opportunities and forced turnovers that led to fast-break points.


Third Quarter


The third quarter saw an explosive performance from Jordan Walsh, who scored consistently and helped extend Boston’s lead further with a remarkable contribution of both offense and defense. The Celtics outscored DC by an impressive margin in this period, putting up 43 points compared to Washington’s 27.


Fourth Quarter


By the fourth quarter, it was clear that Boston had full control of the game. They closed out strong with another solid performance from Anfernee Simons who added crucial baskets down the stretch as they tallied up another 37 points against only 15 from DC.


In terms of team statistics for post game analysis: Boston excelled in several areas including shooting efficiency (54 percent field goals), three-point accuracy (43 percent), and free throw success (86 percent). Their bench also contributed significantly with over half a century of bench points which highlighted their depth.


For those interested in more insights into player performances or tactical breakdowns can look forward to upcoming content featuring detailed post-game interviews from key players like Derrick White or Payton Pritchard discussing strategies that led them towards such decisive outcomes during games like these!


Looking ahead: Fans can catch more action when Los Angeles Lakers visit TD Garden on December 5th at 7:00 PM EDT; tune into Amazon Prime Video or SportsNet LA for live coverage!


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