IT took two overtimes (OT), but the Washington Wizards went on the road to defeat the Boston Celtics 125-124 after a valiant comeback Wednesday. Washington trailed 37-23 after the first quarter, but rallied back in the second and third quarters to get back into the game. Bradley Beal led the Wizards with 34 points, nine assists and seven rebounds. Still playing without John Wall, the Wizards ran their offense through Beal, Otto Porter Jr. (18 points, 11 rebounds) and Markieff Morris (20 points, seven rebounds). The Celtics, playing without Kyrie Irving (knee) and Al Horford (illness), were led by Marcus Morris’ 31 points and nine rebounds. Terry Rozier added 21 points and nine assists. Meanwhile, Jonathon Simmons and D.J. Augustin exploded Wednesday to help lead the Magic to a 126-117 win over the Bucks. (SD-Agencies) |