Jaylen Brown had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Derrick White highlighted a 26-point performance with six 3-pointers, and the Boston Celtics beat the New Orleans Pelicans 107-109 for their ninth straight win

The Celtics were missing injured guards Marcus Smart and Malcolm Brogdon to injuries.

Analysis: Boston has thrived despite the suspension of Ime Udoka and Milwaukee is still winning even with Giannis Antetokounmpo getting some rest for a sore knee.

Marcus Smart scores 20 of his 22 points in the second half as Boston wins, 126-122.

Brown did not play in the Celtics’ win over Detroit on Saturday but said he’ll be fine.

Three players have double-doubles for Boston in a 117-108 win over Detroit.

Jayson Tatum scores 34 points as Boston beats Denver, 131-112.

Sam Hauser spent most of his rookie season with the Maine Celtics and is off to a good start in the first 11 games of the season.

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown combine for 61 points in Boston’s 128-112 victory over Detroit.