The Celtics ended up closing the game with a 22-11 run over the final eight minutes of regulation in the 121-113 victory. While Mazzulla gave praise to his players for the win, a key adjustment on his part went a long way towards securing the victory.

The Raptors looked truly gassed on the court, losing a rough game to the Charlotte Hornets. After that game, Darko was a little less lenient in his stance on being tired. He said after the game that he was proud of his guys for truly trying,