NBA 3-Point Leading Boston Celtics Sign New 3-Point Shooter For Stretch Run

 

With just 21 games left in the regular season, the Boston Celtics are gearing up for a strong title defense as they aim to become the first team to win back-to-back NBA championships since the Golden State Warriors in 2017 and 2018. While the 18-time champions haven’t quite replicated their dominant 2023-24 campaign—when they secured 64 wins and finished with the league’s best record—they remain firmly in contention.

Currently, Boston trails the surging Cleveland Cavaliers by 7.5 games in the Eastern Conference standings but still holds the No. 2 seed. With a 43-18 record—third best in the NBA—they are projected to finish with 62 wins, according to RealGM.com. The site also ranks their remaining schedule as the 13th-easiest in the league, giving them a favorable path toward the playoffs.

Interestingly, the Celtics’ road performance this season has outshined their play at TD Garden. While their 19-11 home record translates to a solid .633 winning percentage, they have been far more effective on the road, posting a 24-7 mark (.774). This trend suggests that securing the No. 2 seed may not be a disadvantage, as it could provide them with an extra road game in a potential Eastern Conference Finals matchup against the top-seeded Cavaliers.

Looking to bolster their perimeter shooting for the final stretch, the Celtics have added another three-point specialist to an already potent lineup. With their deep roster and impressive road play, Boston remains a formidable contender as they chase another championship.