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Celtics Rally Past Grizzlies, Move to Second in East

3/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 117-112 on March 20, 2026.
Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 30 points.
Luka Garza contributed a season-high 22 points.
Derrick White scored 11 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter to spark the comeback.
The Celtics moved to second in the Eastern Conference as the Grizzlies continued to struggle with injuries.

History

Historical Context

The Boston Celtics' 2008 NBA Championship marked their 17th title, ending a 22-year drought. The team, featuring the "Big Three" of Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen, achieved a remarkable 66-16 record during the regular season, the best in the league. Their playoff journey included a record 26 games, culminating in a decisive 131-92 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in the Finals.

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Story summary

The Boston Celtics defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 117-112 on March 20, 2026.
Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 30 points.
Luka Garza contributed a season-high 22 points.
Derrick White scored 11 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter to spark the comeback.
The Celtics moved to second in the Eastern Conference as the Grizzlies continued to struggle with injuries.

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