As a former Celtics assistant, Jazz coach Will Hardy has plenty of familiarity with Boston’s defense.
On Friday night, he experienced just how tough the Celtics’ defense can be when the team is locked in. The Jazz shot 36 percent from the field in Boston’s 126-97 victory over Utah.
Every single Celtics starter recorded a block, including Jrue Holiday who had two. The Celtics swiped nine steals and forced 18 turnovers. Jayson Tatum set the tone from the beginning with a chase down block before either team had scored a basket.
Hardy spoke about Boston’s defensive prowess before the game.