Celtics Wrap: Boston’s Win Streak Remains Alive After Win Vs. Pelicans

The Boston Celtics notched their ninth consecutive victory, defeating the New Orleans Pelicans, 117-109, at Smoothie King Heart on Friday.

Remaining the NBA leaders in wins, the Celtics improved to 13-3 on the season, whereas the Pelicans fell to 9-7 with the loss ending their three-game win streak.

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ONE BIG TAKEAWAY
The Celtics walked off the ground the identical method they entered — the most popular staff within the NBA.

Throughout a 133-118 win towards the New York Knicks on Nov. 5, the Celtics set a franchise file after hitting 27 complete 3-point area targets — a file that stood for over 20 years. In opposition to the Pelicans, an identical sizzling hand from the surface made an look from Celtics’ shooters. Within the first half alone, the Celtics shot 51.9% from 3-point territory and related on 14-of-27 makes an attempt, tying a franchise file, as famous by NBC Sports activities Boston.

Everybody within the Celtics beginning lineup contributed a minimum of two of Boston’s 20 complete 3-pointers. Derrick White led that cost, hitting a season-high six 3-pointers.

Regardless of the Pelicans battling again to get inside six with 5:58 minutes remaining within the fourth quarter, the Celtics proved why they’ve been the league’s finest. Boston struggled, however closed the door regardless of committing 17 turnovers, together with 9 within the third quarter, in comparison with New Orleans’ 13.