The Boston Celtics rank first in Defensive Rating and seventh in rebounding. They have improved their rebounding over last season when they were ranked 26th in the NBA. Apparently, the combination of tough defense and improved rebounding have yielded some winning streaks.
54th straight win when holding a team under 99 points.
22nd straight win when not getting outrebounded.
Andre Drummond vs. Boston...
November 27: 26-22-6-4
This afternoon: 6-15-1-0 https://t.co/haVFMhBTYIOnly 3.4 rebounds per game separate Boston from the League leader in that category, the Philadelphia 76'ers.