Celtics fail to capitalize on advantageous situation in disappointing loss

The Celtics failed to take advantage of Anthony Edwards' absence in their brutal loss to the Timberwolves.

Feb 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Boston Celtics Joe Mazzulla reacts after a play during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn ImagesThis was one of the saddest, most pathetic Celtics losses in a while. Boston took the parquet on national television (thank you, NBC, for this lovely 8 p.m. ET start) and dropped a winnable game to the Anthony Edwards-less Minnesota Timberwolves.

They shot a dreadful 35.8% from the field and got absolutely torched by Bones Hyland, who hung a loud 23…