The Boston Celtics (22 - 19) defeated the Washington Wizards (19 - 20) 119 - 117 on Saturday. With backcourt mate Bradley Beal taking the night off to rest, John Wall predictably exploded across the stat sheet, managing 36 points, 13 assists, seven rebounds, seven steals and a block. It was the All-Star point guard's third straight double - double when Beal has been out of the lineup. However, the game's final play turned the night into a bittersweet one for both Wall and the team. Following a Jae Crowder basket with just under three seconds left and the Celtics up by two, Wall ran the length of the court and appeared to have a game - tying gim me layup in his sights. However, the 25 - year - old put a bit too much mustard on the ball and it bounced out as time expired, sending Boston home winners. The Celtics were led by Isaiah Thomas, who in conjunction with Wall, put on a terrific show. Thomas managed 32 points, five assists, four rebounds and a steal, but did commit seven turnovers. Crowder was outstanding in support, collecting 22 points, eight rebounds and six assists, including the game - winning basket. Jared Sullinger came just a rebound short of a double - double, tallying 14 points and hauling in nine boards. Marcus Smart and Kelly Olynyk paced the Boston reserves with 13 and 11 points, respectively. No other Wizards player came close to Wall's oustanding scoring total, but Marcin Gortat did return from a knee infection to post a solid 18 points, 11 rebounds, an assist, a steal and a pair of blocks. The big man encouragingly played 36 minutes and did not appear to show any ill effects from his recent injury. Jared Dudley was next with 15 points, seven rebounds, four assists and a steal, while Garrett Temple turned in another serviceable performance in Beal's stead, collecting 12 points, three rebounds, three assists and a block. Kelly Oubre filled in productively for Otto Porter, Jr., registering 10 points, six rebounds and two steals. Gary Neal paced the Washington reserves with 10 points, three rebounds and a steal. The Celtics head to Dallas for a Monday matchup against the Mavericks, while the Wizards remain home and await the Portland Trail Blazers.
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