The host San Antonio Spurs defeated the visiting Boston Celtics on Wednesday, 108 - 101. The Spurs (20 - 5) hold the second - best record in the NBA and are within a game of the Warriors for the top seed in the Western Conference. On Wednesday, the team showed why that is, exhibiting a balanced approach on both ends of the floor. Reigning Defensive Player of the Year and MVP runner - up Kawhi Leonard led the team with 26 points on the night. Leonard hit 9 - of - 17 from the field and made all seven of his free - throws while also dishing six assists en route to victory. Though the Celtics appeared to make a comeback push, the Spurs managed to separate themselves in the fourth quarter, putting the game out of reach. With big man LaMarcus Aldridge sitting the game out, forward David Lee filled in as a starter, providing an important 10 rebounds to help San Antonio finish plus - three on the boards. The Celtics (13 - 12), meanwhile, have lost three straight, but have also been missing All-Star Isaiah Thomas (groin). Guard Avery Bradley stepped up to fill Thomas's role a bit on Wednesday, leading the team with 25 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists. Five Celtics finished with double - digit scoring, including bench guard Terry Rozier. In 25 minutes, Rozier scored 12 points and did not commit a turnover. The team saw solid ball movement, dishing 25 assists on the night. The Spurs will visit Phoenix on Thursday to play the Suns while the Celtics will host the Hornets on Friday in Boston.
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