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‘This might be the best defensive duo’: Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett gush over Celtics’ backcourt’s scrappiness

The offensive prowess of the new-look Celtics was on full display in their 155-104 win over the Pacers on Wednesday. But there’s one thing that’s stood out the most to Celtics icons Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett amidst the team’s 4-0 start.

Both Hall of Famers have been impressed by the defensive play of the Celtics’ backcourt, led by Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. In the latest edition of “KG Certified,” Garnett was curious about how the duo looked defensively in person after Pierce attended the team’s win over the Heat in their home opener.

There was a trait that stood out to Pierce about White and Holiday, saying that the Celtics’ guards “never stop playing basketball.