Celtics halt Thunders 12-game winning streak

Published: Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 2:19 am

Celtics Defeat Thunder, Ending Winning Streak

BOSTON - In a highly anticipated matchup, the Boston Celtics defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder Wednesday night, halting the Thunder's impressive 12-game winning streak. The Celtics secured a 119-109 victory, showcasing a strong performance against the team currently holding the NBA's best record.

Jaylen Brown was instrumental in the Celtics' win, scoring a game-high 31 points, with 14 of those points coming in a crucial third quarter. Brown also contributed eight rebounds and eight assists. Jayson Tatum, after a couple of less-than-stellar performances, bounced back with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and seven assists. The Celtics' performance allowed them to split the regular-season series with the Thunder, who had previously won their first encounter.

The Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 33 points and eight assists, fought hard throughout the game. However, they struggled with second-chance points, being outscored 19-2 in that category, and their three-point shooting was off, hitting only 12 of 37 attempts. Lu Dort added 14 points for Oklahoma City. Jalen Williams, returning from a 16-game absence due to a hamstring injury, contributed seven points.

The game marked a rematch of a previous contest where the Thunder had emerged victorious. However, both teams were missing key players in that earlier matchup. This time, all key players were on the court, making for a compelling late-season contest between two of the league's top teams. The Celtics, currently holding the second-best record in the Eastern Conference, are looking to fine-tune their game as the playoffs approach.

BNN's Perspective: This game was a great example of the high level of competition in the NBA this season. While the Thunder's winning streak has ended, both teams have proven their ability to compete at the highest level. This matchup sets the stage for what could be an exciting playoff run for both the Celtics and the Thunder.

Tags: Celtics, Thunder, Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, NBA, basketball, winning streak, score, game, playoffs

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