With its No. 2 seed and a smothering defense, Boston should have a level of confidence, even facing the Nets with stars Kryie Irving and Kevin Durant.

Considered a top title contender going into the season, Brooklyn brings a full squad with Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant and poses a big threat despite being the No. 7 seed in the East.

Both Brown and Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving have observed Ramadan in past years.

Kyrie Irving may wish he had done some things differently during his time in Boston, but don’t expect a warm welcome when Irving and the Nets face the Celtics in the playoffs.

Boston played its stars on Sunday and earned a potential date with the Brooklyn Nets in the first round.

Boston plays its stars for three quarters against a resting Memphis team, and cruises to the win.

Boston is trying to balance a good spot in the playoffs with resting its stars.

Derrick White, Grant Williams and Payton Pritchard broke out of shooting slumps in Sunday’s victory over Washington.