BOSTON — The Celtics haven’t lost three regular-season games in a row in almost two years — and they made certain it wouldn’t happen on Sunday afternoon.
Jaylen Brown, Al Horford, and Derrick White led the way in a battle between the previous two NBA champions and the Celtics ultimately beat the Denver Nuggets, 110-103.
Brown, who was questionable up until game time with right knee pain, led the Celtics with 22 points (6-15 FG), 8 assists, and 5 rebounds. The 2024 Finals MVP noted the knee bothered him throughout the game, but he was nonetheless able to push through and give the Celtics 37 minutes.