Lakers 112 - Celtics 104: Kobe's last dagger in Boston

After a poor shooting performance throughout the first half, Kobe Bryant delivered a dagger in the fourth quarter that ended up putting away the Celtics in a 112-104 Lakers win.

Celtics 100 - Knicks 91: Isaiah Thomas, C's win fourth straight

For three quarters, the Celtics sat comfortably ahead of the Knicks before New York found its rhythm in the final frame -- but the C's fended off their hosts in a 100-91 victory.

Marcus Smart could return Sunday vs Knicks

Celtics coach Brad Stevens told reporters on Saturday that injured guard Marcus Smart may return Sunday night against the Knicks at TD Garden.

Celtics 99 - Pistons 93: C's improve to 9-6 on the road

The Celtics avenged last week's loss to the Pistons on Saturday in a 99-93 win, and improved to 9-6 on the road this season.

Celtics 102 - Hornets 89: Olynyk leads C's over Hornets in Charlotte

Behind a steady defense and a second-half offensive surge, the Celtics beat the Hornets 102-88 in Charlotte on Wednesday night, improving to 11-9 against the East and 8-6 on the road.

Kevin Garnett & Gino together again, maybe for the last time

Not even Kevin Garnett could tell you if Monday night was the final game of his career at TD Garden.

He wouldn't say but jokingly thanked reporters, smiled and walked away after the question about his NBA future was asked. Instead, KG talked about how great it felt to be back in Boston.

Celtics 113 - Timberwolves 99: Olynyk shines in win over T-Wolves

With former Celtic Kevin Garnett back in town, the Celtics snapped their three-game losing streak Monday night by beating the Timberwolves, 113-99, in front of a raucous crowd at TD Garden.

Celtics-Timberwolves Preview: KG, Timberwolves returns to TD Garden

Fresh off a 15-point win at Brooklyn, the Timberwolves (11-16) will face an injury-ridden Celtics lineup at TD Garden on Monday.

Celtics frustration building after 3-game skid

"We have some work to do,"

were the first words out of Celtics coach Brad Stevens after Friday night's 109-101 loss against the visiting Hawks.

Hawks 109 - Celtics 101: Isaiah Thomas, Celtics come up short against Hawks

Forcing a total of 21 turnovers, the Hawks also capitalized on an 11-0 fourth-quarter run and doubled up the Celtics to the tune of 68-34 in the paint en route to a 109-101 win.

Pistons 119 - Celtics 116: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Pistons hold off C's

After the Pistons opened their first double-digit lead of the second half, Celtics coach Brad Stevens turned to his bench, but it wasn't enough to counter Detroit's Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Reggie Jackson, who combined 54 points in a 119-116 victory.

J.R. Smith on apologizing to Jae Crowder: 'He may want to wait on that'

Tension from last season's playoff series certainly carried over to Tuesday night's game between the Celtics and Cavs.

Cavs 89 - Celtics 77: LeBron James, Kevin Love lead Cavs over C's

Led by LeBron James and Kevin Love, the Cavs' offense outscored the Celtics in the second half and pushed themselves to a 89-77 win at TD Garden on Tuesday.

Celtics 98 - Hornets 93: Thomas, Bradley lead C's over Hornets

After a grueling double-overtime loss to the Warriors, Isaiah Thomas, Avery Bradley and the Celtics bounced back to beat the Hornets at Charlotte, 98-93.

Warriors 124 - Celtics 119 (2OT): Curry, Green lead Golden State in instant classic at TD Garden

In a double-overtime thriller, the Warriors fended off the scrappy Celtics and stretched their undefeated record to 24-0 in a 124-119 double overtime win.

Cetlics vs. Warriors Preview: Five Reasons Why Celtics Will Win

About two weeks ago, I wrote an article comparing the 2008 Boston Celtics to the 2016 Golden State Warriors in a hypothetical seven game series throw down. Since then, the Warriors have continued their undefeated season and are now 23-0. I still stand by my pick of  Pierce, KG, and Allen's Celtics to beat the current Warriors squad in a seven game series, but man, it is  getting harder to stand by that pick with each and every Warriors win.

Celtics 105 - Bulls 100: Thomas, Celtics second-half surge past Bulls

Behind eight Celtics in double figures and 54 points in the paint, the C's beat the Bulls 105-100 at TD Garden.

Celtics 111 - Pelicans 93: C's blow past New Orleans

The Celtics topped off their five-game road trip with a win -- a 111-93 victory, their largest margin of victory away from TD Garden.

The Celtics started a run at the end of the second quarter and then stretched it out to 30-9 after halftime. Isaiah Thomas was feeling it early and often, he finished with a game-high 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 4-4 from three.

Kelly Olynyk (21) scored 20-plus for the second time on the road, while Jared Sullinger tied a career-high in rebounds. His 20 rebounds helped the Celtics offense and Jae Crowder had 17 points and three blocks.

Ryan Anderson scored a team-high 18 points to go with his nine rebounds and Anthony Davis had 16 points and six rebounds.

The Celtics will enjoy a much-needed home stand at TD Garden that kicks off on Wednesday night against the Bulls.


Game Notes: 

The C's shot nearly 40 percent from the floor (49.4) on 40-of-81 shooting.



Josue Pavon 
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David Lee (heel) out; Avery Bradley (illness) questionable for Celtics

If the Celtics want to close out their five-game road trip on a high note, they're going to have to do it without some of their rotation guys.

Spurs 108 - Celtics 105: Manu Ginobili, Spurs spoil late Celtics comeback

Behind superior defense and efficient offense, the Spurs reminded the Celtics why they're one of the best teams in the league, fending off the C's late-game comeback and remaining unbeaten at home with a 108-105 win.

Celtics-Spurs Preview

If the Celtics (11-8) are going to avenge their Nov. 1 loss to the San Antonio Spurs -- it's going to take a season-best defensive outing to get it done.

Celtics 114 - Kings 97: Isaiah Thomas, C's en fuego in Mexico

The Celtics carried their momentum from Miami all the way to Mexico.

As part of the 2015 Global Games, the Celtics blew out old friend Rajon Rondo, DeMarcus Cousins and the Kings in Mexico City, 114-97, improving to 2-1 on their five-game road trip.