A thrilling matchup unfolded as the Boston Celtics faced the Los Angeles Clippers, with the Celtics emerging victorious in a tightly contested overtime showdown, winning 117-113. Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White were all in the lineup for Boston, contributing significantly. The Clippers, however, were without four starters including James Harden and Kawhi Leonard. Despite this, Derrick Jones Jr. led the Clippers with a season-high 29 points, showcasing his scoring prowess with four three-pointers. Kevin Porter Jr. impressed with 26 points, while Amir Coffey added 24 points, indicating that the Clippers’ bench players stepped up in the absence of their stars.
