Live Updates: The Surging Celtics take on the Nuggets in Denver as Boston looks to complete a perfect 4-0 road trip to the West Coast.
The Celtics go into tonight’s duel with a win after nine wins in their last ten games. Coverage began at 9 p.m. ET on NBC Sports Boston.
First quarter: Celtics lead by one
Live Updates: The Surging Celtics take on the Nuggets in Denver with a lead of 24-21 after the first quarter. Boston’s defense continues to impress, limiting Denver to just 35 percent shooting. Jaylen Brown, who returned after missing Tuesday’s win over Phoenix, led all scorers with 12 points and four rebounds.
Nikola Jokic, active for this matchup after missing the Jan. 7 meeting, leads the Nuggets with nine points on 4 of 11 shooting.
Second Quarter: Nuggets Battle on the Glass
Live Updates: The Surging Celtics take on the Nuggets in Denver Boston maintained a narrow lead of 36-34 at the 7:38 mark. The Nuggets stay close by dominating the offense with eight rebounds to Boston’s three, which equals eight second-chance points.
Derrick White caught fire with eight points, including two three-pointers. Brown continued to lead Boston with 12 points.
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Jamal Murray update
The Nuggets announced that guard Jamal Murray is questionable due to illness. Murray managed just two points in eight minutes before being eliminated.
First quarter highlights
After a masterful 97-81 victory over the Suns on Tuesday, the Celtics limited Denver to 35 percent shooting in the first frame. Jokic struggled against Boston’s defense, shooting just 2 of 7 from the field.
Neemia’s Queta Shining
Big man Neemias Queta provided valuable minutes off the bench, recording four points and three rebounds in six minutes.
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Pre-game notes
Starting lineups:
- Celtics: White, Brown, Scheierman, Hauser, Queta
- Nuggets: Murray, Braun, Strawther, Johnson, Jokic
Tatum progress
ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed that Jayson Tatum is a hit in 5-on-5 scrimmages. Tatum has spent nine months recovering from a torn Achilles tendon.
Injury report
- Celtics: Jayson Tatum (Achilles) – OUT
- Nuggets: Peyton Watson (hamstring) – OUT, Aaron Gordon (hamstring) – OUT, Jamal Murray (illness) – Questionable
What is at stake
Live Updates: The Surging Celtics take on the Nuggets in Denver with major impacts. Boston can complete a perfect 4-0 road trip with a win. Denver is seeking revenge after winning the January meeting at TD Garden 114-110 without Jokic.
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