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Boston Celtics secure win over Raptors in second round of playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 10:01 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Boston Celtics secure win over Raptors in second round of playoffs
Summary

On August 30, the Boston Celtics claimed a 112-94 victory over the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of the 2020 Eastern Conference Playoffs, held in the NBA bubble at Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex. Jayson Tatum and Marcus Smart each scored 21 points, contributing to a strong start against the defending champions. Kemba Walker added 18 points and 10 assists, while Toronto was unable to recover from an early deficit. The win gave the Celtics a 1-0 lead in the series, marking their second consecutive victory against the Raptors in the bubble. Today also marks the birthday of Hall of Fame player Robert Parish.

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  • •Celtics lead series 1-0 against Raptors after Game 1 win.
  • •Tatum and Smart each recorded 21 points in the game.
  • •Walker contributed 18 points and 10 assists for Boston.
  • •Game played in the NBA bubble due to pandemic.
  • •Today is Robert Parish's birthday.
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  • 10:01 AMYahoo Sports — Today in Boston Celtics history: Robert Parish born; Boston wins G1R2 series vs. Raptors in Bubble
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Today in Boston Celtics history, it is the birthday of Hall of Fame Boston Celtics big man Robert Parish.

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