Celtics Defeat Nuggets 130-104 in Preseason

In a strong showing, the Boston Celtics defeated the Denver Nuggets 130-104 in their second preseason game in Abu Dhabi, completing a two-game sweep. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the Celtics, scoring 17 and 21 points respectively, with Tatum demonstrating improved shooting mechanics. The Celtics outscored the Nuggets 42-16 in the third quarter, showcasing their readiness for the upcoming regular season. Denver's Nikola Jokic contributed 20 points but sat out the second half, while Dario Saric added 11 points off the bench. Both teams will now return to the United States for their next preseason matchups, with the Celtics facing the Philadelphia 76ers next Sunday. The performance of Boston's star players highlights their potential as they head into the new season.