The Boston Celtics ended their three-game losing streak in emphatic fashion Sunday night at TD Garden.
The C's led early and never looked back, cruising to a 141-103 win over the young Cleveland Cavaliers.
It's actually been a long time since the Celtics were this dominant offensively at home.
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The C's ended any hope of a Cavs comeback with a 15-0 run in the third quarter. That run was sparked by Jaylen Brown, who scored 20 of his team-high 33 points in the third.
Six players scored in double-digits for the Celtics, including rookie Aaron Nesmith tallying a career-high 11 points and Carsen Edwards setting a career high with 18 points.
Boston's defense also showed plenty of improvement. The Celtics forced 17 turnovers, while also tallying 14 steals and seven blocks.
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Here's how Sunday night's matchup unfolded.
FINAL SCORE: Celtics 141, Cavs 103
CELTICS' RECORD: 9-6
HIGHLIGHTS
Jaylen Brown had nine points in the first quarter, including this basket on a pretty spin.
Daniel Theis hits the corner 3-pointer to extend Boston's lead.
Marcus Smart led the C's with 10 first-quarter points, and he also dished out this behind-the-back assist.
Kemba Walker is an underrated passer.
C's rookie Aaron Nesmith got an opportunity in the first half and showed off his 3-point range.
The third quarter was the Jaylen Brown Show.
Good defense tends to result in quality offensive opportunities in transition.
Daniel Theis blocks a shot at one end of the floor and scores at the other.
Carsen Edwards attacks the basket and scores, plus the foul.