Jayson Tatum posted an MVP-caliber 36 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds in the Celtics resounding win in Brooklyn Wednesday.

Jayson Tatum had 36 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds, Jaylen Brown added 24 points and 12 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the Brooklyn Nets 139-114 on Wednesday night.

This time, the Nets had to face Jaylen Brown. And a fully engaged salty Boston team. The result of this rematch was predictable, the Nets suffering a 139-114 loss at the hands of the reigning champions before a sellout crowd of 18,

Nov 1, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (10) dribbles against Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (44) during the first half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images / Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Ben Simmons has looked like an entirely new player for the Brooklyn Nets amid the team's 5-6 start to the 2024-25 season.

Ben Simmons is still getting used to playing with his Nets teammates, and they’re getting used to running with him. But as he settled into his role of leading the second unit, they’re starting to show signs of long-delayed progress.