Celtics Sizzle at Home: Unbeaten in TD Garden, Matching 2008 Feat
The Boston Celtics are on fire, and their home court, TD Garden, is becoming a fortress. With a dominant 116-107 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night, the Celtics extended their home winning streak to a sizzling 12-0, matching the team’s best start at TD Garden since the 2007-08 season.
This isn’t just any hot streak; it’s a historic one. The last time the Celtics boasted such a home dominance was during the championship-winning 2007-08 campaign, a season that saw them lift the Larry O’Brien trophy. The current team, led by the dynamic duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, is channeling that same championship spirit, creating an electric atmosphere in TD Garden and striking fear into the hearts of opponents.
The victory over the Cavaliers was a testament to the Celtics’ well-rounded attack. Tatum poured in 27 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, while Brown added 22 points of his own. The supporting cast also stepped up, with Kristaps Porzingis chipping in 18 points and Jrue Holiday and Derrick White contributing 15 and 14 points, respectively.
This win wasn’t just about the numbers; it was about the Celtics’ relentless energy and defensive intensity. They hounded the Cavaliers throughout the game, forcing turnovers and making it difficult for them to find any rhythm. The Celtics’ defense has been a key factor in their home success, as they’ve held opponents to an average of just 105.7 points per game at TD Garden.
The Celtics’ home dominance is sending a message to the rest of the NBA: TD Garden is a no-fly zone. With their fans behind them, the Celtics are nearly unbeatable, and their sights are set on even greater heights.
Key stats and highlights:
- The Celtics are the only team in the NBA with a perfect home record.
- Jayson Tatum is averaging 30.2 points per game at TD Garden this season.
- The Celtics’ defense is holding opponents to an average of 17.8 turnovers per game at home.
- The team’s next home game is on December 27th against the New York Knicks.
