NBA · Final/2OT

Celtics Edge Nets in Thrilling Double Overtime Finish

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126

Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Barclays Center

Boston Celtics 130, Brooklyn Nets 126, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Boston Celtics vs Brooklyn Nets?

Boston Celtics beat Brooklyn Nets 130-126 at Barclays Center on January 23, 2026.

Who was favored in Boston Celtics vs Brooklyn Nets?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling encounter at Barclays Center, the Boston Celtics narrowly defeated the Brooklyn Nets 130-126 after two overtime periods. This victory not only showcased the Celtics' resilience but also extended their lead in the season series against the Nets to 3-1.

The Celtics entered the game with an away record of 28-16, having won six of their last ten games, with an average of 116.0 points scored and 107.3 points allowed during that stretch. They were riding a one-game winning streak after a recent victory over the Indiana Pacers, where they won 119-104. Conversely, the Nets struggled with a home record of 12-31 and had lost their last three games, scoring an average of 104.8 points while allowing 115.1 points in their last ten outings. Their most recent game resulted in a heavy defeat against the New York Knicks, where they lost 66-120.

This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams with contrasting recent forms. The Celtics had a solid away record of 3-2 in their last five games, while the Nets struggled with a 1-4 record in the same timeframe. The Nets had been unable to find consistent scoring, averaging just 102.0 points in their last five games, which placed them at a disadvantage against a Celtics team that had been averaging 113.8 points in their last five.

The game was marked by several key injuries. Both teams had players listed as day-to-day, with Brooklyn's Nolan Traore dealing with a knee issue and Boston's Jayson Tatum also nursing a knee injury. Their statuses added an element of uncertainty leading into the game, affecting both teams' rotations.

From a betting perspective, DraftKings set the odds with Boston favored by 8.5 points, indicating the market's confidence in their ability to win. The total points line was set at 215.5, reflecting expectations for a competitive scoring affair. The Celtics were priced at -355 on the money line, while the Nets were at +280, further underscoring the disparity in perceived strength between the two teams.

The game conditions were ideal for basketball, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. The Celtics, known for their offensive firepower, aimed to leverage their scoring ability, while the Nets sought to improve their defensive efforts after a series of disappointing performances.

As the game unfolded, it was clear that both teams were determined to secure a victory. The Celtics managed to pull ahead in the first overtime, but the Nets fought back, showcasing their determination and resilience. The scoring plays in the second overtime were particularly intense, with key contributions from both sides. Amari Williams made a crucial free throw, while Michael Porter Jr. executed a driving dunk that kept the Celtics ahead.

Ultimately, the Celtics' ability to execute in clutch moments proved decisive, as they managed to maintain their composure under pressure. The final score of 130-126 not only marked a significant win for Boston but also highlighted the ongoing rivalry between these two teams, as the Celtics continued to assert their dominance in the series.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -8.5	215.5 o -105 / u -115	Boston Celtics -355 · Brooklyn Nets +280

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Injury report

Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets
Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics

Leaders

PointsMichael Porter Jr.30Brooklyn Nets
AssistsMichael Porter Jr.4Brooklyn Nets
ReboundsNic Claxton9Brooklyn Nets
PointsPayton Pritchard32Boston Celtics
AssistsJaylen Brown12Boston Celtics
ReboundsJaylen Brown10Boston Celtics

Recent form

Brooklyn Nets

Last 10: 2-8Streak L3104.8 scored · 115.1 allowed per game2-3 at home

L66-120at New York KnicksJan 22
L117-126vs Phoenix SunsJan 20
L102-124at Chicago BullsJan 19
W112-109vs Chicago BullsJan 17
L113-116at New Orleans PelicansJan 15
L105-113at Dallas MavericksJan 13
L98-103at Memphis GrizzliesJan 11
L105-121vs LA ClippersJan 10
L103-104vs Orlando MagicJan 8
W127-115vs Denver NuggetsJan 4

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1116 scored · 107.3 allowed per game3-2 away

W119-104vs Indiana PacersJan 22
L103-104at Detroit PistonsJan 20
W132-106at Atlanta HawksJan 18
W119-114at Miami HeatJan 16
L96-98at Indiana PacersJan 13
L95-100vs San Antonio SpursJan 11
W125-117vs Toronto RaptorsJan 10
L110-114vs Denver NuggetsJan 8
W115-101vs Chicago BullsJan 6
W146-115at LA ClippersJan 4

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	Boston Celtics	Brooklyn Nets
Field goals	49-109	42-95
Field goal %	45	44
Three-pointers	22-51	13-44
Three-point %	43	30
Free throws	10-16	29-34
Free throw %	63	85
Rebounds	41	58
Offensive rebounds	9	16
Defensive rebounds	32	42
Assists	35	22
Steals	8	5
Blocks	5	6
Turnovers	8	17
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	28
Fast-break points	11	16
Points in the paint	52	52
Fouls	28	26
Largest lead	10	11
Lead changes	22	22
Time in front	36	50

How the scoring went

4th Quarter96-91Anfernee Simons makes driving layup (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter97-91Neemias Queta makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter98-91Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-91Payton Pritchard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter101-94Noah Clowney makes 22-foot three point jumper (Nic Claxton assists)
4th Quarter103-94Payton Pritchard makes 12-foot fade away jump shot (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter103-96Nolan Traore makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Nic Claxton assists)
4th Quarter103-98Nolan Traore makes driving layup
4th Quarter103-99Noah Clowney makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-100Noah Clowney makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-102Nic Claxton makes tip in dunk
4th Quarter104-102Anfernee Simons makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-104Nic Claxton makes tip in dunk
OT104-105Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
OT104-106Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
OT107-106Jaylen Brown makes 26-foot three point jumper (Luka Garza assists)
OT107-107Nolan Traore makes free throw 1 of 2
OT107-108Nolan Traore makes free throw 2 of 2
OT110-108Payton Pritchard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
OT112-108Hugo Gonzalez makes tip shot
OT112-110Nic Claxton makes alley oop dunk (Michael Porter Jr. assists)
OT112-113Noah Clowney makes 25-foot running jump shot (Nolan Traore assists)
OT112-114Nolan Traore makes free throw 1 of 2
OT112-115Nolan Traore makes free throw 2 of 2
OT112-116Ziaire Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
OT112-117Ziaire Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
OT115-117Payton Pritchard makes 25-foot three pointer (Amari Williams assists)
OT115-118Nolan Traore makes free throw 1 of 2
OT118-118Hugo Gonzalez makes 23-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
2OT120-118Jaylen Brown makes running layup
2OT120-120Noah Clowney makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
2OT122-120Amari Williams makes layup (Payton Pritchard assists)
2OT123-120Amari Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
2OT123-122Michael Porter Jr. makes 1-foot driving dunk
2OT124-122Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
2OT125-122Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
2OT125-124Michael Porter Jr. makes 2-foot driving floating jump shot
2OT128-124Sam Hauser makes 22-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
2OT128-126Michael Porter Jr. makes layup (Noah Clowney assists)
2OT130-126Payton Pritchard makes driving layup (Jaylen Brown assists)