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Boston takes on Brooklyn, aims for 50th win this season

Brooklyn Nets (23-45, 13th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Boston Celtics (49-19, second in the Eastern Conference)

Boston; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT

BOTTOM LINE: Boston will try to earn its 50th victory of the season when the Celtics host the Brooklyn Nets.

The Celtics are 12-2 against division opponents. Boston is fourth in the Eastern Conference scoring 116.6 points while shooting 46.2% from the field.

The Nets are 13-30 in Eastern Conference play. Brooklyn gives up 111.7 points to opponents and has been outscored by 6.1 points per game.

The Celtics average 17.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 4.