Overview
- Jaylen Brown scored 32 points to pass Jo Jo White and Dave Cowens, moving into 10th on the Celtics’ all‑time scoring list in a 120–99 win at TD Garden.
- Jayson Tatum delivered 24 points and 10 rebounds in his seventh game back, and he said the long layoff also allowed lingering wrist issues to heal.
- Boston improved to 46–23 with 13 games remaining, continuing a late‑season surge that has them discussed as a leading Eastern Conference contender.
- Golden State played without Stephen Curry due to a knee injury, shot 23% from three, and plans an update on Curry’s status on Saturday, while Gary Payton II led them with 14 points.
- Former Celtic Kristaps Porziņģis received a tribute video in his return and scored 11 points, as opponents including Draymond Green praised Tatum’s form, saying he “looks incredible.”