The Boston Celtics secured a strong homestand this week, going 3-0 at TD Garden after two consecutive road losses. The team dominated the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, defeating them 131-95 in a game that highlighted their offensive prowess. Jaylen Brown led the way with 32 points, while the Celtics’ balanced attack kept Golden State’s star players, including Kristaps Porzingis, in check. The victory marked the Celtics’ first sweep of all four California teams (Lakers, Clippers, Warriors, and Kings) in franchise history. The Celtics now head to Memphis for a crucial road matchup against the Grizzlies on Friday. This game will be the second meeting between the teams this season, with Boston delivering a 36-point blowout in November. Memphis, however, has struggled this season, languishing near the bottom of the Western Conference. Despite a recent win over the Nuggets that ended an eight-game losing streak, the Grizzlies face significant injury challenges. Key players like Ja Morant (elbow), Brandon Clarke (calf), and Zach Edey (ankle) are sidelined, while others such as GG Jackson, Taj Gibson, and Santi Aldama have been ruled out for the season. Memphis’ injury woes have forced the team to rely on unlikely contributors like Olivier-Maxence Prosper and Taylor Hendricks, who made an impact in Wednesday’s win. Coach Tuomas Iisalo noted that these players have stepped up to provide energy and depth. Meanwhile, Boston’s injury report is relatively clean, with Nikola Vucevic (fractured finger) the only major absence. The Celtics’ depth and health have been critical to their recent success, including a three-game winning streak and an 8-3 record in their last 11 games. Jayson Tatum’s return from an Achilles injury has been a game-changer for Boston.#boston_celtics #jaylen_brown #memphis_grizzlies #golden_state_warriors #kristaps_porzingis
Golden State Warriors Defeat Wizards, End Five-Game Losing Streak The Golden State Warriors ended a five-game losing streak with a 125-117 victory over the Washington Wizards on Monday night. The game, played in Washington, marked the Warriors’ first win in the Western Conference play-in race and extended the Wizards’ losing streak to 12 games. Golden State’s win came without key players Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, both of whom are injured. Kristaps Porzingis led the Warriors with 30 points, while De’Anthony Melton contributed 27 points. The Warriors’ victory secured their position in the play-in round, though their exact seeding in the Western Conference remains crucial for playoff advancement. The Wizards, meanwhile, continue to struggle, having lost 12 consecutive games. Despite their poor performance, they have not yet fallen to the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, as Indiana’s 13-game losing streak keeps them from taking over last place. The game highlighted the Warriors’ resilience as they overcame their recent slump. The victory also underscored the Wizards’ ongoing challenges, as they failed to secure a win in their 12-game losing streak. The result further emphasized the competitive nature of the NBA, with teams vying for playoff spots in a tightly contested race.#nba #de_anthony_melton #washington_wizards #golden_state_warriors #kristaps_porzingis
