Celtics Defeat Wizards; Poole Criticized by Smith

Stephen A. Smith criticized Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole for showboating during a game against the Boston Celtics, suggesting his antics were why he was traded from the Golden State Warriors. Poole dismissed Smith's comments, referring to them as 'barbershop talk'. Meanwhile, the Celtics' Jayson Tatum led his team to a 112-98 victory over the Wizards, contributing 28 points and 12 rebounds. Payton Pritchard also played a key role with 15 points, further cementing his reputation as a valuable Celtics player. The Wizards, struggling this season with a 3-20 record, are reportedly considering trading Poole, as his performance hasn't significantly contributed to team wins. The Celtics continue to dominate the Wizards, winning all three matchups this season.