Tatum, Thompson Deliver Clutch NBA Wins — SkimNews
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- Jayson Tatum scored 36 points on 54% shooting, hitting three consecutive difficult shots in the final 90 seconds to secure Boston's first win of the season.
- Amen Thompson blocked a potential game-tying dunk attempt by Victor Wembanyama at the rim with five seconds left, sealing a Houston Rockets victory.
- Cameron Boozer scored the game-winning basket with 20 seconds left and finished with 25 points and 13 rebounds, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a comeback win over the Golden State Warriors.
- Ty Jerome is the NBA's early scoring leader, averaging 36.5 points per game after scoring 28 against the Warriors following a 45-point season opener.
Why it matters: The Celtics avoided an 0-2 start behind Tatum's superstar closing ability, while the Rockets and Grizzlies improved to 2-0 behind spectacular plays from young talents. This underscores the immediate impact of athleticism and clutch performance in the season's opening week.
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