Celtics roll past Wizards 113 84 without key starters
Boston led early and pulled away to beat Washington 113-84 as reserves Walter McCarty and Damon Jones combined for 22 points. Dana Barros scored 20 and Ron Mercer 18 for the Celtics, who benefited from improved play as they eye rebuilding. Wizards guard Rod Strickland led with 14 points. Washington dropped its fifth straight game.
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The New Jersey Nets defeated Indiana 120 to 98 as Marbury led with 26 points and Pierce added 21. Key contributions came from Kittles 13, Van Horn 21, and Mullin for Indiana despite the heavy loss.
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