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Celtics Dominate Suns 97-81 Despite Brown's Absence

2/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Phoenix Suns 97-81, with Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown sidelined by a knee contusion.
Derrick White scored 22 points and led in assists and rebounds.
The Celtics out-rebounded the Suns 61-34.
The Suns were without Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks and have lost four of their last five; Boston improved to 38-19 and Phoenix to 33-25.
Brown is expected to return against the Denver Nuggets.

History

Historical Context

The Boston Celtics' 1985-86 season marked a pinnacle in NBA history, as they achieved a league-best 67-15 record and won their 16th championship, defeating the Houston Rockets in the Finals. Led by Larry Bird, who averaged 24.6 points per game, this team is often regarded as one of the greatest in NBA history, continuing the franchise's legacy of excellence established since its founding in 1946.

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Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Phoenix Suns 97-81, with Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown sidelined by a knee contusion.
Derrick White scored 22 points and led in assists and rebounds.
The Celtics out-rebounded the Suns 61-34.
The Suns were without Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks and have lost four of their last five; Boston improved to 38-19 and Phoenix to 33-25.
Brown is expected to return against the Denver Nuggets.

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