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Celtics Cruise Past Warriors 120-99 as Jaylen Brown Cracks Franchise Top 10

Jayson Tatum's steady return from an Achilles rupture is sharpening expectations for a deep postseason run.

Overview

  • Jaylen Brown scored 32 points and passed Jo Jo White and Dave Cowens to move into 10th on the Celtics' all-time scoring list.
  • Jayson Tatum delivered 24 points and 10 rebounds in his seventh game back and said extended time off let lingering wrist issues heal.
  • Boston improved to 46-23 with a third straight win and now visits the Grizzlies after a 3-0 homestand.
  • Opponents praised Tatum's form, with Draymond Green saying he "looks incredible" and Kristaps Porzingis noting he "looks like he’s not rusty at all."
  • Porzingis received a tribute and standing ovation in his first TD Garden game as a Warrior and finished with 11 points and five rebounds, while Golden State was without Stephen Curry.