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Sport in brief: October 23, 2024
Former US Open champion Dominic Thiem, November 19, 2020

MEN’S BASKETBALL: Boston Celtics sank a record-equalling 29 three-pointers as the reigning champions opened the new National Basketball Association (NBA) season on Wednesday morning with a 132-109 victory over the New York Knicks.

Jayson Tatum top-scored for the Celtics with 37 points.

Bronny James made his NBA debut alongside father LeBron as the LA Lakers edged out Minnesota Timberwolves 110-103 in Wednesday’s other game.

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