Fansided · Feb 26
Celtics' nightmare exposed in Denver, but no reason for major concern
Boston was overwhelmed by size, but it likely won't come back to haunt them
Feb 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Jonas Valanciunas (17) reacts after he thought he was fouled during the second half against the Boston Celtics at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn ImagesThe Celtics lost a tough one on the road in Denver on Wednesday night, running out of gas and falling, 104-85, to the Nuggets. The biggest factor in the loss was the ridiculous scheduling, as Boston was forced to play in Los Angeles on Sunday night, Phoenix on Tuesday night, and then Denver on Wednesday.