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Celtics Dominate Suns for Seventh Straight Win, Extend Western Road Streak

Boston's depth shines in a 132-102 victory, with Kristaps Porzingis leading the charge, while Phoenix struggles to hold onto a play-in spot without Bradley Beal.

Bradley Beal #3 of the Phoenix Suns talks with Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics before the game at Footprint Center on March 09, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Celtics defeated the Suns 117-107.
Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns posts up on Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the game at Footprint Center on March 09, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Celtics defeated the Suns 117-107.

Overview

  • The Boston Celtics secured their seventh consecutive win, defeating the Phoenix Suns 132-102 on March 26, 2025, despite Jayson Tatum's absence due to a sprained ankle.
  • Kristaps Porzingis delivered a standout performance with 30 points and 8 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown contributed 24 points in just three quarters of play.
  • Boston's three-point efficiency was key, as they hit 22 of 52 attempts (42.3%) and jumped to an early 21-9 lead, never trailing throughout the game.
  • Kevin Durant led the Suns with 30 points, but Phoenix's four-game winning streak ended as they struggled without Bradley Beal, who missed his fifth straight game with a hamstring injury.
  • The Celtics have now won 12 of their last 13 games and remain firmly in second place in the Eastern Conference, while the Suns are tied with the Mavericks for the final Western Conference play-in spot.