On Monday night, the Boston Celtics triumphed over the Dallas Mavericks with a 119-110 victory.

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the charge, scoring 38 and 35 points, respectively. The Celtics, leading the NBA, found success with their efficient play, overcoming the rested Dallas duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.Tatum and Brown combined for a 24-of-43 shooting performance, outshining Doncic and Irving, who managed only 21-of-50 from the field. Despite Doncic’s triple-double of 33 points, 18 rebounds, and 13 assists, the Celtics’ defensive efforts secured the win.Jrue Holiday contributed 17 points, and Tatum and Brown showcased defensive skills with blocks and steals. The victory marked the end of a challenging stretch for the Celtics, finishing 8-3 in 11 games over 18 days. Tim Hardaway Jr. scored 20 points for Dallas, while Kristaps Porzingis was sidelined with knee inflammation. Grant Williams faced his former team for the first time since a trade, scoring just two points in 18 minutes.