Celtics dismantle Bulls as Boston grabs 124-97 victory over Chicago

The Celtics led by as many as 35 as they cruised past the Bulls and earned a 124-97 victory Tuesday night.

The Boston Celtics soundly defeated the visiting Chicago Bulls Tuesday evening, grabbing a 124-97 victory and moving to 14-4 on the season. Jaylen Brown led the way for Celtics with 30 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists, but in reality, it was an emphatic team win for the guys in green. Six players scored in double figures for Boston

The Celtics entered the game needing to win by 23 or more to remain alive in the inaugural NBA in-season tournament. Point differential is a key determinant in group seeding for the tournament, and the Celtics had previously dug themselves a hole after losing by 17 to the Orlando Magic over the weekend. And because Orlando, the Brooklyn Nets, and the Celtics have all traded loses, point differential is the final consideration for settling team from Group C. Tonight’s big victory was enough for the Celts to win their group and advance to the knockout round of tournament.

Here’s what you may have missed from Boston’s loud 124-97 win against Chicago Tuesday night.