Celtics Tie NBA 3‑Point Record, Clinch No.2 East Seed
Why it matters: Celtics secure the No. 2 seed, ensuring home‑court for the first playoff series.
- Boston Celtics matched the NBA 29‑3‑point record while beating the Pelicans 144‑118.
- Joe Mazzulla locked the No. 2 Eastern seed, guaranteeing home‑court advantage in the first playoff round.
- Sam Hauser led the team with 24 points and eight three‑pointers, while Neemias Queta celebrated his first career three and 10 rebounds.
- ESPN placed the victory within broader playoff buzz, noting the Celtics’ positioning alongside rivals like the Lakers and Cavs.
The Boston Celtics tied the NBA record with 29 three‑pointers in a 144‑118 rout of the New Orleans Pelicans, sealing the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. Though they fell just short of breaking the mark, the win underscores a resilient season marked by key injuries and roster turnover.
