NBA · Final

Trail Blazers Edge Celtics in Close Contest

Boston Celtics19-12

108

Portland Trail Blazers13-19

114

Sunday, December 28, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Moda Center

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Quick answers

Who won Boston Celtics vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Portland Trail Blazers beat Boston Celtics 114-108 at Moda Center on December 28, 2025.

Who was favored in Boston Celtics vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Portland Trail Blazers triumphed over the Boston Celtics with a final score of 114 to 108 at the Moda Center. This victory marks the Trail Blazers' first win against the Celtics this season, improving their series lead to 1-0.

The Trail Blazers entered the game with a home record of 13-19 and had struggled recently, losing their last three games, including a 103-119 defeat to the LA Clippers just a day prior. Over their last ten games, they recorded a 4-6 record, averaging 113.3 points scored while allowing 119.0 points per game. Their recent form has been shaky, with a scoring average of only 108.6 points in the last five games.

In contrast, the Celtics came into the game with a stronger away record of 19-12 and riding a four-game winning streak. They had won eight of their last ten games, averaging 120.6 points scored and allowing just 109.3 points. Their recent success included a 140-122 victory over the Indiana Pacers on December 27.

The Trail Blazers faced significant injury concerns, with Shaedon Sharpe ruled out due to a knee issue. Additionally, both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant were listed as day-to-day, dealing with Achilles and elbow injuries, respectively. The Celtics also had injury concerns, with Jayson Tatum listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue. These injuries added an element of uncertainty to the matchup, impacting both teams' lineups.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Celtics favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 231.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in the Celtics' ability to perform well, given their recent form and overall record.

The game conditions were typical for an indoor NBA matchup, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams battled for supremacy.

Key moments in the game included several pivotal scoring plays in the fourth quarter. Jaylen Brown hit a crucial 28-foot three-pointer, narrowing the gap to just one point at 106-105 in favor of the Trail Blazers. However, free throws from Shaedon Sharpe and two-point shots from Deni Avdija helped the Blazers maintain their lead. The Celtics fought back with a three-pointer from Derrick White, but the Blazers responded effectively to secure the win.

Overall, the Trail Blazers' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities and maintain composure in the final moments of the game proved decisive. The victory not only boosts their morale but also adds a crucial win to their season record.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -6.5	231.5 o -112 / u -108	Boston Celtics -258 · Portland Trail Blazers +210

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Injury report

Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics

Leaders

PointsShaedon Sharpe26Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsDeni Avdija10Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan18Portland Trail Blazers
PointsJaylen Brown37Boston Celtics
AssistsDerrick White5Boston Celtics
ReboundsNeemias Queta8Boston Celtics

Recent form

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 4-6Streak L3113.3 scored · 119 allowed per game2-3 at home

L103-119vs LA ClippersDec 27
L106-110vs Orlando MagicDec 24
L102-110vs Detroit PistonsDec 23
W98-93at Sacramento KingsDec 21
W134-133vs Sacramento KingsDec 19
W136-131vs Golden State WarriorsDec 15
L120-143at New Orleans PelicansDec 12
L96-119at Memphis GrizzliesDec 7
L116-122at Detroit PistonsDec 6
W122-110at Cleveland CavaliersDec 4

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 8-2Streak W4120.6 scored · 109.3 allowed per game4-1 away

W140-122at Indiana PacersDec 27
W103-95vs Indiana PacersDec 23
W112-96at Toronto RaptorsDec 21
W129-116vs Miami HeatDec 20
L105-112vs Detroit PistonsDec 16
L101-116at Milwaukee BucksDec 12
W121-113at Toronto RaptorsDec 7
W126-105vs Los Angeles LakersDec 6
W146-101at Washington WizardsDec 5
W123-117vs New York KnicksDec 3

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
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Boston Celtics	Portland Trail Blazers
Field goals	40-91	42-89
Field goal %	44	47
Three-pointers	13-44	18-51
Three-point %	30	35
Free throws	15-19	12-21
Free throw %	79	57
Rebounds	39	48
Offensive rebounds	12	16
Defensive rebounds	27	32
Assists	19	26
Steals	13	7
Blocks	5	2
Turnovers	19	20
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	21	20
Fast-break points	12	6
Points in the paint	44	40
Fouls	23	19
Largest lead	10	7
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	46	46

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter71-72Caleb Love makes 26-foot three point jumper (Toumani Camara assists)
3rd Quarter72-72Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 3
3rd Quarter72-74Donovan Clingan makes 1-foot dunk
3rd Quarter73-74Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter74-74Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter74-77Toumani Camara makes 23-foot running jump shot (Sidy Cissoko assists)
3rd Quarter74-80Toumani Camara makes 25-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
3rd Quarter77-80Luka Garza makes 27-foot three point jumper (Payton Pritchard assists)
3rd Quarter77-83Deni Avdija makes 26-foot three point jumper (Caleb Love assists)
3rd Quarter80-83Anfernee Simons makes 30-foot three point jumper (Baylor Scheierman assists)
3rd Quarter81-83Anfernee Simons makes free throw 1 of 3
3rd Quarter82-83Anfernee Simons makes free throw 2 of 3
3rd Quarter83-83Anfernee Simons makes free throw 3 of 3
3rd Quarter85-83Anfernee Simons makes two point shot
3rd Quarter85-86Shaedon Sharpe makes 24-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter85-89Caleb Love makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter86-89Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter88-89Neemias Queta makes layup (Derrick White assists)
4th Quarter88-91Donovan Clingan makes two point shot
4th Quarter88-90Caleb Love makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter88-91Caleb Love makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-91Derrick White makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter90-93Caleb Love makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Kris Murray assists)
4th Quarter92-93Jaylen Brown makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter92-98Toumani Camara makes 25-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter95-98Sam Hauser makes 24-foot three point jumper (Hugo Gonzalez assists)
4th Quarter98-98Hugo Gonzalez makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter98-100Toumani Camara makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter100-100Derrick White makes driving layup
4th Quarter100-103Caleb Love makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sidy Cissoko assists)
4th Quarter102-103Neemias Queta makes dunk (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter102-106Shaedon Sharpe makes 26-foot three point jumper (Toumani Camara assists)
4th Quarter105-106Jaylen Brown makes 28-foot three pointer
4th Quarter105-107Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-109Deni Avdija makes 6-foot two point shot
4th Quarter108-109Derrick White makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter108-111Donovan Clingan makes two point shot
4th Quarter108-112Donovan Clingan makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter108-113Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter108-114Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2