Despite missing Jrue Holiday, Jayson Tatum, and Al Horford, the Celtics secured their eighth consecutive victory by easily defeating the Pistons 129-102 at Little Caesars Arena on Friday night. Jaylen Brown shined with 33 points on 13-of-19 shooting, while Payton Pritchard extended his impressive performance streak with 20 points and nine assists.
The Celtics’ 27-point victory marked their 15th win by a margin of 25 points or more, tying the NBA record for the most such wins in a single season. They join the exclusive company of the 1970-71 and 1971-72 Bucks, as well as the 2015-16 San Antonio Spurs, as the only teams in league history to achieve this milestone.
Notably, the 1970-71 Milwaukee team that also accomplished this went on to win the NBA title. This information comes from NBC Sports Boston statistician Dick Lipe.
Indeed, the Celtics’ numerous historic achievements this season, including their record-tying 15 wins by 25 or more points, add to the team’s impressive performance.
These milestones serve as important markers of their capabilities and contributions to NBA history. Ultimately, the main objective remains winning an NBA championship, highlighting the team’s determination and focus amidst their historic accomplishments.
Boston’s substantial 11-game lead in the Eastern Conference over the Bucks following Friday’s win allows head coach Joe Mazzulla the luxury of allowing players to recover from their injuries. Despite missing several key rotation players, the Celtics’ performance on Friday demonstrated their ability to dominate weaker opponents convincingly.