Top 5 Plays from Celtics Win Against Sacramento Kings (3/18/22)

Payton Pritchard trying to make a contested layup against a Sacramento Kings player.


While the story at the beginning of the year was mainly about their defense, the Boston Celtics deserve some credit for the electrifying offense that they have recently been playing. They regularly create highlight worthy plays. More seriously, they are truly playing like a contending team. Blowing out teams on a regular basis, this team is one you will have to watch out for. They hold the number one defense rating, and are in the top 5 for offense rating since the new year. The Boston Celtics are the number one net team in the league. What a turn-around.

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5. Horford Runs In Transition and Slams a Contested Dunk

Horford said at the beginning of the season that his body has never felt better. It seems evident that he was telling the truth, considering the veteran has been completing athletic plays all season long.

4. Jayson Tatum Dethrones the Kings and takes it to the Chalice


Jayson Tatum stuns the entire Kings team, getting to the basket for a layup.

3. Smart Makes a Mar-F-You Three

Sometimes, it seems as if Marcus Smart channels his inner sharpshooter, and drills an insane three point shot. 

2. Pass-Pass-Rob-Lob  

The Boston Celtics have a lot of fun passing the ball. In this play, they pass until a rob-lob opens up. It seems that they have turned on the lob feature this season.

Honorable Mention:

Payton Pritchard was great on offense in this game. He contributed 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. Our supporting cast is excellent. 

1. Tatum Shows-off Improved Playmaking with Magic-esque Pass

A common complaint about Jayson Tatum used to be that his playmaking skills weren't up to par with the rest of his offensive skill set. This season, he has largely turned that reputation around. 


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