Donovan Mitchell scores 34 points to beat Jayson Tatum (37 points) and Boston.
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Celtics notebook: Horford came back strong from ‘difficult year’ in Philly
Al Horford became nothing more than a backup center in Philadelphia, but his revival in Boston has been a bonus for the Celtics.
Commentary: Enes Kanter Freedom, being used by the left and right, is a true American now
Celtics center, who became a U.S. citizen on Monday, has spoken for causes convenient to left- and right-leading TV networks.
Celtics shut down Embiid, hold off 76ers
Jayson Tatum leads the way with 26 points and 16 rebounds, and Boston limits Joel Embiid to 13 points in an 88-87 win.
Celtics’ Freedom calls becoming U.S. citizen ‘unforgettable’
The Boston Celtics’ center changed his name from Enes Kanter to Enes Kanter Freedom in celebration of him officially becoming a United States citizen on Monday.
Celtics notebook: Pritchard struggles to find a spot in rotation
Second year guard Payton Pritchard has struggled with his shot and is getting lost in the shuffle for Boston.
Smart, Horford guide Celtics past Raptors
Marcus Smart and Al Horford pace Boston to a 109-97 victory on a night when Jayson Tatum struggles.
Celtics rally from 24 points down, but lose to Spurs
Boston takes the lead in the fourth quarter, but San Antonio rallies down the stretch to win 96-88.
Celtics notebook: Al Horford thinks Boston gave Brooklyn too much respect in matchup
The Nets are an NBA contender, even without Kyrie Irving, sure, but veteran center thinks the Celtics put them on too high of pedestal in Wednesday’s loss.
Turnaround for Celtics grounded in defense, with room to grow
Boston started the season 2-5, but has won 8 of 11 games since. Here are five reasons why this success has staying power.