But with starters Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis all sitting out Wednesday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, the duo raised their games to a level never before seen in NBA history.

But with starters Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis all sitting out Wednesday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, the duo raised their games to a level never before seen in NBA history.

Update: Blazers forward Jerami Grant is out. Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis are out for the Celtics. The Portland Trail Blazers assured themselves of finishing their seven-game trip above .

With superstar Jayson Tatum out with a shoulder injury, someone else had to carry the scoring load for the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night against the Portland Trail Blazers.Center Kristaps Porzingis (illness) and guard Jrue Holiday (finger) joined Tatum on the bench vs.

The Boston Celtics secured a thrilling 111-101 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers last night in a highly anticipated matchup that showcased two of the NBA's top-ranked teams. Entering the game tied for second place in their respective conferences,

The upcoming marquee matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams sit in second place in their respective conferences. With the playoffs quickly approaching,

Jrue Holiday’s defensive prowess is well known, but his impact on the Celtics runs deeper than many recognize.

Over 87 combined minutes, Brown and Tatum scored 71 of their team’s 111 points, while Brown had the energy on defense to bother Luka Dončić.

Jayson Tatum had 40 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists, and the Boston Celtics held off a late rally to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 111-101.

Jayson Tatum scored 40 points as the Boston Celtics halted the Los Angeles Lakers' eight-game unbeaten streak with a statement 111-101 victory in their heavyweight NBA showdown at TD Garden on Saturday (Sunday in Manila).