Boston’s balance shines as Brown seals the deal

The Celtics edged the Clippers 121–118 at TD Garden, showing off top-8 offence and defence and a maturing rotation. Neemias Queta’s 73.4% inside touch and Payton Pritchard’s haircut-fueled hot hand highlighted the night.

Jaylen Brown’s 33 points finished the job—and possibly shortened L.A.’s nap schedule.