Boston Celtics teammates Payton Pritchard and Derrick White became the first Celtics duo to each score 40-plus points in a game, as Boston defeated Portland at home. The performance marked career-highs for both players.
Coach Joe Mazzulla praised the pair’s efforts, saying: “They were tremendous… I’m lucky to have them.” The win came despite several key absences, with the Celtics’ depth being put to the test.
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