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Jamison Scores 27, Wizards Beat Celtics

Boston falls despite strong efforts from Pierce and KG

By Doug Sweeney, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 9, 2008 10:07 PM CDT

(Newser) – Antawn Jamison returned from a shoulder injury to score 27 points, including a highlight dunk over Kevin Garnett, and the Washington Wizards beat the Boston Celtics 109-95 Wednesday night to win the season series over the league's top team. Gilbert Arenas, in his third game... Read full story »

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