Celtics Secure 50th Win as Rookie Scheierman Shines Against Nets

Baylor Scheierman delivered a career-high 20 points, including a pivotal fourth-quarter surge, to lead Boston past Brooklyn while Kristaps Porzingis added 25 points and 13 rebounds.

The Celtics defeated the Nets 104-96, marking their 50th win of the season and their ninth consecutive regular-season victory over Brooklyn.
Rookie Baylor Scheierman scored a career-high 20 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter, and hit a buzzer-beating 3-pointer at the end of the third quarter to shift momentum.
Kristaps Porzingis contributed 25 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 blocks, anchoring the Celtics' performance in the absence of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, who were rested.
The Celtics outscored the Nets 33-26 in the fourth quarter, shooting 11 for 20 during the period to seal the win.
Brooklyn led at halftime but struggled to maintain their lead in the second half, continuing their inconsistent season with a 23-46 record.