Spurs Extend Losing Streak with Defeat Against Dominant Celtics

The San Antonio Spurs faced another setback in their season, succumbing to a 117-98 defeat against the NBA-best Boston Celtics on Wednesday night at TD Garden. Despite the absence of former Spurs guard Derrick White, the Celtics dominated, securing a commanding 25-point lead at halftime and maintaining control for the win.

Leading the charge for Boston was MVP candidate Jayson Tatum, who notched 24 points on 9-of-21 shooting. Tatum was complemented by stellar performances from Jrue Holiday and Jaylen Brown, both contributing over 20 points each. The Celtics’ experienced and balanced attack proved insurmountable for the Spurs.

While the Spurs witnessed a standout performance from Victor Wembanyama, who scored a game-high 27 points, it wasn’t enough to counter the Celtics’ dominance.

The defeat echoes Monday’s game, where the Spurs relinquished a significant first-half lead that proved irrecoverable after halftime. This outcome underscores the current reality for San Antonio, signaling a considerable gap between them and the top contenders in the NBA.

Looking ahead, the Spurs aim to reverse their fortunes on Friday as they face the Charlotte Hornets, a team they have had better success against. The last victory for the Spurs dates back to Friday when they defeated the Hornets at home. Seeking redemption, San Antonio has an opportunity to complete a series sweep against Charlotte on Friday at Spectrum Center, with tipoff scheduled for 6 p.m. CT.