CLEVELAND, Ohio -- It was a tough January for Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Collin Sexton.
His February started poorly as well, getting significantly outplayed by fellow neophyte Luka Doncic Saturday night.
But with Cedi Osman nursing a sprained ankle, Rodney Hood in Portland following a pre-deadline trade, and Kevin Love and Tristan Thompson still wearing suits on the bench, Sexton stepped up and delivered his best performance in months.
It wasn't enough. The Cavs lost to the Boston Celtics for the third time this season 103-96.
Sexton dazzled for three quarters, scoring 27 points on an efficient 11-of-19 from the field and 3-of-5 from 3-point range.