Key Takeaways:
- Derrick White delivered a season-best 30 points as the Boston Celtics overpowered the Washington Wizards 146-101
- The Wizards suffered their heaviest loss of the campaign, falling by 45 points to slide to a 3-18 record
- Boston, playing without Jaylen Brown due to illness, have now won eight of their last ten outings
Match Overview
The Boston Celtics put on an emphatic performance on Thursday night in Washington, dismantling the Wizards 146-101 even without the services of Jaylen Brown, who was sidelined with an illness after his 42-point effort against the New York Knicks on Tuesday. Derrick White starred with a season-high 30 points, while adding nine assists and seven rebounds, steering Boston to a 13-9 record with their eighth victory in ten matches.
45 point DUB 😤 pic.twitter.com/4NkCgs3uot
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) December 5, 2025
Rookie Jordan Walsh recorded a career-high 22 points, and Payton Pritchard contributed 20 points and eight assists, as the Celtics never once relinquished the lead. Boston built a staggering 37-4 advantage with just under six minutes remaining in the second quarter. Despite a 12-point run from the Wizards, the home side never posed a genuine challenge.
Player Performances
For Boston, multiple players delivered noteworthy contributions. Neemias Queta managed 17 points, and Afrernee Simons chipped in with 16. White was the driving force, excelling in both scoring and playmaking across his outing.
Washington’s effort was led by C.J. McCollum, who scored 22 points, supported by Khris Middleton’s 15. However, the team was unable to avoid their harshest defeat of the season, which also marked their tenth consecutive loss to the Celtics.
| Boston Celtics | Points | Assists | Rebounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derrick White | 30 | 9 | 7 |
| Jordan Walsh | 22 | 3 | 7 |
| Payton Pritchard | 20 | 8 | 6 |
| Neemias Queta | 17 | 2 | 4 |
| Afrernee Simons | 16 | 3 | 2 |
Impact and Next Fixtures
The Wizards’ 45-point defeat represents their most significant loss of the season, dropping them to a 3-18 record. Boston’s authoritative win further strengthens their position, continuing their impressive run despite the absence of a key player in Brown.
The Celtics return home to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. Meanwhile, the Wizards will look for a response as they host Atlanta on Saturday night.
