4 takeaways as Celtics beat Raptors after remarkable rally

Key Points:

• The Boston Celtics overcame a 22-point deficit to defeat the Toronto Raptors 98-93 on the road, finishing their 4-0 road trip with a strong comeback in the second half despite missing Paul George due to illness.
• Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 assists, delivering crucial plays during the final 15-4 run, while Derrick White and Neemias Queta also contributed significantly to Boston's fifth straight victory.
• The Raptors started hot, hitting 10-of-18 three-pointers in the first quarter and building a large lead, but Boston's defense tightened in the final three quarters, holding Toronto to just 55 points after the first quarter.
• Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla experimented with his lineup by starting double bigs Luka Garza and Neemias Queta for the first time this season, showcasing his ongoing adjustments as Boston used their seventh different starting lineup in 12 games.
• Despite an off shooting night (6-of-21 FG, 2-of-11 3PT), Tatum’s clutch performance in crunch time helped secure the win, solidifying Boston’s position atop the Eastern Conference with a 10-2 record heading into a three-day rest before hosting Dallas.