Celtics showed true colors in dangerous moment with disaster potential

Dec 2, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) reacts after scoring against the New York Knicks during the second half at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images | Brian Fluharty-Imagn ImagesMonday night at TD Garden, the Boston Celtics were back on the parquet after their longest road trip this season. They went 4-1 during that stretch, which mostly took them to the West Coast. However, when it comes time to turn the page, that first game after a cross-country flight and a lengthy stay away from the comforts of home presents a significant challenge.

It's common to see a team come out energetic in the first half, only for the taxing nature…