Boston’s Offense Erupts in Statement Win
The Boston Celtics delivered a resounding message to the rest of the NBA on Wednesday night, dismantling the Memphis Grizzlies 131–95 in front of an electric home crowd. The Celtics never trailed, riding a wave of hot shooting and relentless rebounding to secure their most lopsided victory of the season.
Payton Pritchard’s Breakout Night
Payton Pritchard was the star of the show, pouring in 24 points on 8-of-15 shooting, including five three-pointers. He also added nine assists and six rebounds, orchestrating Boston’s offense with poise and confidence.
Pritchard’s performance was complemented by
Derrick White (20 points, five rebounds, four assists) and
Jaylen Brown (19 points, six rebounds, six assists), as the Celtics showcased their depth with five players scoring in double figures.
Grizzlies Struggle Without Ja Morant
The Grizzlies were noticeably hampered by the absence of star guard
Ja Morant, who sat out with a right ankle injury suffered the previous night in New York. Without Morant’s playmaking and scoring, Memphis struggled to keep pace, shooting just
34% from the field and
23% from three-point range.
Jaren Jackson Jr. led the Grizzlies with 18 points, while
Santi Aldama contributed 14 points, six rebounds, and four assists. However, Memphis was outmatched on the boards (outrebounded 58–41) and in second-chance points (34–12), highlighting Boston’s physical dominance inside.
Key Stats and Turning Points
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Celtics made 21 three-pointers and shot
53% in the first half, building a 21-point halftime lead.
- Boston’s defense stifled Memphis, holding them to just 32-of-95 shooting.
- The Celtics led by as many as 38 points, never allowing the Grizzlies to threaten after the opening quarter.
What’s Next for Both Teams
With the win, Boston improves to 6–7 on the season, snapping a brief skid and regaining momentum as they prepare to host the Clippers on Sunday. Memphis, now 4–9, will look to regroup and hope for Morant’s quick return as they head to Cleveland for their next matchup.
Expert Takeaway
This game was a showcase of Boston’s offensive firepower and depth, especially when their role players step up. For Memphis, the absence of Ja Morant exposed their lack of scoring options and playmaking, raising questions about their ability to compete in his absence.
If Boston can maintain this level of energy and execution, they’ll be a force in the East. Memphis, meanwhile, faces a tough road ahead unless their star returns soon.
Sources
1. GRIZZLIES at CELTICS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS - YouTube
2. what's on - Sling Blog
3. Memphis Grizzlies vs. Boston Celtics Live Score and Stats
4. Boston Celtics vs Memphis Grizzlies | Full Game Highlights - YouTube
5. Celtics crush Grizzlies 131-95 with five players in double figures
