DALLAS -- The Boston Celtics' winning streak survived. Just barely -- despite facing a team with the NBA's worst record.
The Celtics needed overtime -- and a good look by Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes rimming out in the final second of regulation -- to extend their streak to 16 victories.
The Celtics have an NBA-leading eight fourth-quarter comebacks in their 16-game win streak, according to ESPN Stats & Information.
Boston, which was plus-36 in 40 clutch minutes entering the night, had to rally from a 13-point deficit in the third quarter to extend the game.