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Both the Boston Celtics and Washington Wizards may be without multiple key players in Thursday night's matchup.

Derrick White delivered an impressive stat line in under 30 minutes throughout the Celtics' blowout win over the Wizards on Thursday night.

Boston recorded its second best offensive performance in history with a 150.5 rating. It was a clinic from start to finish with the Celtics dishing 35 assists while also nailing 20 threes. They also had three scorers over 20 points in Derrick White (30), Jordan Walsh (22) and Payton Pritchard (20).

Trade speculation is growing around Ivica Zubac, and the Celtics are now viewed as a leading contender to land the Clippers’ standout center.

The Knicks came on strong early, putting up a 14-point lead in the game's first half, only to see Boston walk that lead down to a tie in the middle of the second frame, taking the lead and never relinquishing it.

The Boston Celtics rolled through the lowly Wizards with a dominating offensive performance on Thursday night. Read more here.

Jaylen Brown is playing at an MVP level for the Celtics over the last two weeks, and it's translating to wins against good teams.

Ahead of a matchup with the Washington Wizards, the Boston Celtics have given a poor injury update for Jaylen Brown.

Star forward Jayson Tatum could make his return as early as March 2026 to a Boston Celtics team that is considered a Finals contender.