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Porter Jr. Closes, Claxton Posts First Triple-Double as Nets Upset Celtics 113-105

Boston's thin depth without Jayson Tatum exposed a small margin for error.

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Boston, MA - Nov. 12 - Neemias Queta (88) and Anfernee Simons (4) of the Boston Celtics rebound away from Jock Landale (31) of the Memphis Grizzlies during the first half at the TD garden. (Photo By Matt Stone/Boston Herald).
Boston Celtics forward Baylor Scheierman, center, and center Neemias Queta, right, react to a dunk by guard Derrick White (9) against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, March 23, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

Overview

  • Michael Porter Jr. scored 33 points with 16 in the fourth quarter to finish off Brooklyn’s NBA Cup rematch at TD Garden.
  • Nic Claxton recorded his first career triple-double with 18 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists to pace the Nets’ attack.
  • Jaylen Brown picked up a fifth foul with 5:52 left in the third quarter, Boston’s challenge failed, and the Nets built a decisive lead.
  • Brooklyn improved to 3-12 overall and 1-2 in NBA Cup play as Noah Clowney added 19 points in a strong supporting effort.
  • The loss dropped Boston to 8-8 and 1-2 in the Cup, with Jaylen Brown and Joe Mazzulla citing the need for greater edge and precision going forward.