Al Horford’s consistently elite play helps propel Celtics to 8th consecutive win

Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty ImagesAl Horford’s stat-line in last night’s win against the Knicks won’t jump out – the 37-year-old backup center finished with 10 points and 7 rebounds in 26 minutes of action.

But, in his own quiet way, it was yet another dominant performance. Horford grabbed four offensive rebounds in the final period, turned back the clock and muscled his way into multiple successful post-ups, and came up with some quintessential key defensive plays to help ensure the Celtics would walk away on top.

In turn, the Celtics strung together their 8th consecutive win, as well as their 8th straight win on the road, dating back to their January 11th defeat in Milwaukee.

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