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Pritchard and White Make Historic 40-Point Performances in Celtics Win

Payton Pritchard and Derrick White set NBA and franchise records in Boston's victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Mar 5, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) controls the ball as Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) guards in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
Mar 5, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) drives for the basket against Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams (10) in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
Mar 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley (5) drives against LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the third quarter at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images
Mar 5, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) celebrates after hitting a three point basket during the second half against the Miami Heat at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Payton Pritchard scored a career-high 43 points off the bench, becoming the first NBA player to record 40 points, 10 rebounds, 10 three-pointers, and five assists in a regulation game.
  • Derrick White added a career-high 41 points, with both players making nine or more three-pointers, a first in NBA history for teammates in a single game.
  • The Celtics, missing key starters Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzingis, showcased their depth in the 128-118 victory.
  • Boston set a franchise milestone as Pritchard and White became the first Celtics duo to each score 40 points in the same game.
  • Portland's Anfernee Simons led his team with 30 points, but the Trail Blazers' late-game rally fell short against Boston's efficient three-point shooting.