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The Celtics defeated the Spurs 116-103, with Tatum leading the way and Wembanyama making history.

The Boston Celtics secured a convincing 116-103 victory against the San Antonio Spurs on February 13, 2025, at TD Garden. This win marked the Celtics` third consecutive triumph, elevating their season record to 39-16 and solidifying their position in second place in the Eastern Conference.

Jayson Tatum was the standout performer for the Celtics, scoring a game-high 32 points while also contributing 14 rebounds and seven assists. Kristaps Porzingis added 29 points, and Derrick White came close to a triple-double with 19 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds. Torrey Craig made an impactful debut for the Celtics, scoring six points off the bench, including two crucial three-pointers.

For the Spurs, De`Aaron Fox led the team with 23 points following his recent trade acquisition. Victor Wembanyama had a notable performance, scoring 17 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. Wembanyama also made NBA history by recording a block in his 85th consecutive game, surpassing Hakeem Olajuwon`s record and marking the fifth-longest streak in NBA history.

The Celtics dominated early, establishing a 26-15 lead in the first quarter, which they extended to 37-19 by the end of the period. Although the Spurs attempted a comeback with a 13-6 run to start the second half, the Celtics maintained control, responding with a decisive 13-5 run in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. The Spurs, now 12th in the Western Conference with a 23-28 record, will face the Phoenix Suns next on February 20.

For more details, check out the Celtics recap and the Wembanyama history.

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