Boston finally returned to action at TD Garden Thursday, 19th of December as the team headed into only their 3rd game in 2 weeks due to the NBA Cup scheduling. The Celtics have won 12 out of it’s last 14 games and come into the final stretch of 2024 with the second-best record in the league, behind only the Cleveland Cavaliers. Prior to tip-off, Jayson Tatum received his NBA player of the month trophy from Wyc Grousbeck, his fifth all-time, to add to his well-deserved and growing trophy display.
The opening portion was a fast-paced affair as both teams looked to push the ball and get quick shots off.