You discover an enormous amount about yourself when your back is against the wall and the pressure of the moment weighs on you like a lead balloon. In Game 3 of their series against the Brooklyn Nets, the Boston Celtics dug deep to rediscover their true identity. Winning in typical Celtics fashion, Boston fought for every loose ball, rebound, and contested every shot. While on offense, the Celtics played one of their most cerebral games of the season.
Of course, Jayson Tatum will deservedly take the headlines following another superstar performance, and Marcus Smart’s contributions will be a close second.