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Jaylen Brown Shines with Historic Triple-Double for Celtics

2/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics posted 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 13 assists in the Celtics’ 121-110 win over the Golden State Warriors on February 20, 2026, becoming the first Celtics player not named Larry Bird to reach those numbers in under 40 minutes.
This was Brown’s third triple-double this season.
Head coach Joe Mazzulla praised Brown’s improved game awareness and defense.
Brown’s 29.2-point season ranks third in Celtics history.

History

Historical Context

The Boston Celtics, under Larry Bird's leadership, achieved a historic 67-15 record in the 1985-86 NBA season, culminating in their 16th championship. This team featured five Hall of Famers, including Robert Parish and Kevin McHale. Recently, Jaylen Brown's triple-double marks a significant milestone, as he becomes the first Celtics player since Bird to achieve such stats in under 40 minutes, highlighting the franchise's evolving legacy.

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Story summary

Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics posted 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 13 assists in the Celtics’ 121-110 win over the Golden State Warriors on February 20, 2026, becoming the first Celtics player not named Larry Bird to reach those numbers in under 40 minutes.
This was Brown’s third triple-double this season.
Head coach Joe Mazzulla praised Brown’s improved game awareness and defense.
Brown’s 29.2-point season ranks third in Celtics history.

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