The Celtics faced the absence of key players, including Jaylen Brown (back), Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring), and Al Horford (toe), but their exceptional shooting performance rendered the setbacks inconsequential. Jrue Holiday contributed 16 points, while Sam Hauser added 14, and the team collectively made an impressive 20 three-pointers, outscoring the Jazz 22-8 on second-chance points.

Despite Keyonte George’s remarkable 26-point performance, with 14 coming in the first quarter, and solid contributions from Jordan Clarkson (21 points) and Collin Sexton (20 points), the Jazz struggled, dropping 11 of their last 13 games. The absence of leading scorer Lauri Markkanen (thigh) and Taylor Hendricks (toe) further impacted their lineup.

Though the Jazz mounted a comeback in the third quarter, closing within two points, the Celtics responded with an impressive 20-point streak. Jrue Holiday’s consecutive three-pointers extended the lead to 113-91 with 6:28 remaining. Despite ιnjᴜries and some unconventional lineups, the Celtics maintained defensive pressure and finished their five-game road trip with three consecutive victories, showcasing resilience and determination. The team’s defensive prowess, especially during crucial moments, played a key role in securing their 9-2 record in second games of back-to-back sets. With Monday’s win, the Celtics became the first NBA team to reach 50 victories this season, demonstrating their overall dominance.