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Celtics Crush Warriors as Curry Absence Weighs Heavy

3/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Golden State Warriors 120-99 at TD Garden.
Jaylen Brown led with 32 points, and Jayson Tatum added 24 points and 10 rebounds.
The Warriors, missing Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, have lost six of their last seven games.
Coach Steve Kerr acknowledged the challenges and said the team must improve habits as they prepare for the play-in.

History

Historical Context

In 1980, the Los Angeles Lakers, led by rookie Magic Johnson, defeated the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA Finals, marking the beginning of the "Showtime" era. Johnson's remarkable performance, including 42 points in Game 6, transformed the Lakers into a dominant force. This victory initiated a fierce rivalry with the Boston Celtics, shaping the league's competitive landscape for decades.

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Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Golden State Warriors 120-99 at TD Garden.
Jaylen Brown led with 32 points, and Jayson Tatum added 24 points and 10 rebounds.
The Warriors, missing Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, have lost six of their last seven games.
Coach Steve Kerr acknowledged the challenges and said the team must improve habits as they prepare for the play-in.

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