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Boston Celtics stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown

The analyst had some strong words about the Celtics’ upcoming postseason challenge.

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray

Denver is a slim home favorite against Boston in a potential Finals preview.

Feb 14, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) shoots for three points against Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (21) in the second half at TD Garden.

The franchise set a historic mark in Wednesday night’s big win over Brooklyn in Boston.

Jan 11, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) takes a shot against Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Things quickly got out of hand for Boston in Milwaukee on Wednesday night.

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White and San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama

The Boston guard had the best explanation of how the Spurs rookie phenom left him in awe.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) takes a ball from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar after breaking the record for all-time scoring in the NBA during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena on Feb. 7, 2023.

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