Brown and Pritchard Shine as Celtics Resist Clippers’ Comeback in Narrow 121-118 Win

Key Takeaways:

• Jaylen Brown registered 33 points and 13 rebounds as Boston edged the Clippers 121-118 on Sunday
• Payton Pritchard produced 30 points, shooting 8-of-13 from three-point range
• James Harden led the Clippers with 37 points, including 32 in the second half, but missed a chance to tie at the buzzer

Game Recap: Celtics Survive Late Surge

The Boston Celtics claimed a tense 121-118 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers at TD Garden on Sunday, fuelled by commanding performances from Jaylen Brown and Payton Pritchard. Boston, in their first outing since their emphatic 37-point triumph over Memphis on Wednesday, looked in full control for much of the contest but had to withstand a fierce late rally from the visitors.

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— Boston Celtics (@celtics) November 16, 2025

Statistical Summary

Clutch Performances and Pivotal Moments

Derrick White played a crucial supporting role for Boston with 22 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, while Neemias Queta chimed in with 14 points and nine rebounds off the bench. For the Clippers, James Harden delivered a stunning second-half display with 32 of his 37 points coming after the interval, following his 41-point triple-double in Dallas on Friday. Ivica Zubac added a double-double with 16 points and 12 boards.

The Celtics appeared to be cruising as they surged to a 76-52 lead midway through the third quarter, helped by a pair of timely three-pointers from Pritchard. However, Los Angeles responded with a 12-4 run, closing the quarter with Harden’s left-wing three-pointer with 2.4 seconds remaining, reducing the margin to 90-85.

Brown then asserted control early in the fourth, accounting for 11 of Boston’s opening 16 points and showcasing his versatility with a combination of long-range shooting, a traditional three-point play, and mid-range jumpers. Nonetheless, the Clippers kept pace and managed to close within one point at 119-118 after Harden connected from beyond the arc with only two seconds left. Pritchard was subsequently fouled and confidently converted both free throws. Harden had a final opportunity to send the game to overtime, but his attempt from distance bounced off the rim as the final buzzer sounded.

Injury Note

Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. left the game in the second quarter after a collision left him nursing a right knee injury. He was assisted to the locker room and did not return to the contest.

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