Fansided · Feb 26

Obvious silver lining shone brightly in Celtics' ugly loss to Nuggets

Though they didn't get the result they wanted in Denver, the Celtics still defended well against the Nuggets.

Feb 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) works in the paint against Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the second half at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn ImagesA clean sweep would’ve been nice, but losing just one of four games out West wasn’t bad for the Boston Celtics on their post-All-Star-break road trip. Their 103-84 loss to the Denver Nuggets reminded them that they’re mortal, but solidified Boston’s defensive growth -- something Jaylen Brown had implored his…

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