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Celtics Hold Home-Court Edge, Tatum’s Late Three Wins

4/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Celtics defeated the opponent 108-100, preserving home-court advantage despite multiple injuries.
Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum each scored 25 points, with Tatum’s late three-pointer sealing the victory.
Derrick White suffered a neck injury during a collision but later grabbed a crucial offensive rebound.
Coach Joe Mazzulla praised the team’s poise and said they must settle physically, mentally and emotionally throughout the series.

History

Historical Context

In the 1997-98 season the Chicago Bulls and Utah Jazz each finished 62-20, setting up a repeat of the 1997 Finals. On June 14 1998 at the Delta Center, Michael Jordan scored 45 points and hit the decisive jump shot, giving Chicago a 4-2 series win and Jordan’s sixth championship. The game marked the final appearance of the Bulls’ dynasty core.

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Story summary

The Celtics defeated the opponent 108-100, preserving home-court advantage despite multiple injuries.
Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum each scored 25 points, with Tatum’s late three-pointer sealing the victory.
Derrick White suffered a neck injury during a collision but later grabbed a crucial offensive rebound.
Coach Joe Mazzulla praised the team’s poise and said they must settle physically, mentally and emotionally throughout the series.

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