The Boston Celtics made a season-high 17 three-pointers in Friday night’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors, but the team’s poor second-half offensive performance proved to be costly. After a hot start, the Celtics shot only 28 percent in the second half en route to a 101-94 loss. Kyle Lowry provided the game-high with 34 points, while DeMar DeRozan scored 24 of his own. Isaiah Thomas’ absence proved to be costly for Boston, as no Celtic player eclipsed the 20-point threshold. With the loss, the Celtics dropped to 13-10 on the season, while Toronto improved to 16-7 and are currently just one game behind the Cleveland Cavaliers for the top spot ... NESN.com
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Red Sox Wrap: Mookie Betts Powers Red Sox, Eduardo Rodriguez To 6-2 Win
The Boston Red Sox did a great job welcoming Eduardo Rodriguez back to the rotation Tuesday. The Red Sox had two runs just five pitches into the game after right fielder Mookie Betts and second baseman Dustin Pedroia started the game off with back-to-back solo home runs, and Betts added a three-run homer in the second to give Rodriguez a 5-0 lead before he even had to do much work. The left-hander was able to cruise from there, too, holding the potent Orioles offense to two runs in the 6-2 win. And, oh yeah, Betts hit a third home run for good measure. Here’s how it all went down. GAME IN A WORDImpressive.
Taylor powers NZ past 400
West Indies bowlers produced a more disciplined line and length to stall New Zealand's run charge and capture two quick wickets as the hosts went to lunch at 445 for five on the second day of the first test at University Oval on Wednesday. Live Scoring: New Zealand v West Indies Ross Taylor was on 144 and in sight of his highest test score of 154 not out, while wicketkeeper BJ Watling was on 26 for the hosts, who had lost Brendon McCullum and Corey Anderson within five runs in the first hour