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Celtics Defeat Thunder 119-109 at TD Garden

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · TD Garden

Boston Celtics 119, Oklahoma City Thunder 109, 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 Oklahoma City Thunder vs Boston Celtics?

Boston Celtics beat Oklahoma City Thunder 119-109 at TD Garden on March 25, 2026.

Who was favored in Oklahoma City Thunder vs Boston Celtics?

Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

The Boston Celtics secured a 119-109 victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder at TD Garden, marking a significant win in their ongoing series, which is now tied at 1-1. The Celtics improved their home record to 49-24, while the Thunder's away record stands at 57-17. This game was crucial for both teams, especially given their recent performances and the implications for playoff positioning.

In the lead-up to this matchup, the Celtics had a mixed bag of results, going 6-4 in their last ten games. They were coming off a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, where they scored 92 points compared to their opponents' 102. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 109.6 points per game, while they allowed 107.0 points on average. The Celtics have struggled at home recently, with a record of 4-2 in their last six games at TD Garden. Their last five games showed a slight uptick in form, with an average of 112.0 points scored and 105.0 points allowed, indicating they were finding their rhythm again.

On the other hand, the Thunder entered this game on a remarkable ten-game winning streak, boasting a perfect record of 10-0 over their last ten outings. They scored an impressive average of 116.1 points while allowing just 105.0 points during this stretch. Their last game was a dominant 123-103 victory against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Thunder's away record was particularly strong, with a perfect 6-0 in their last six games on the road.

This game was the third meeting between these two teams this season, and the Celtics had lost the previous two encounters. In their last matchup on March 13, 2026, the Celtics fell short with a score of 102-104. Historically, the Celtics had not fared well against the Thunder, losing all three meetings in the current season and their last three overall, which added an extra layer of pressure for the home team.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Celtics had Jayson Tatum listed as day-to-day due to a knee issue, which could have affected their offensive strategy. The Thunder were also dealing with multiple injuries, with Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle), Ajay Mitchell (calf), Otega Oweh (lower leg), Thomas Sorber (knee), and Jalen Williams (hamstring) all listed as day-to-day. The status of these players was crucial, as their absence could significantly impact the Thunder's performance.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of this matchup, with DraftKings placing the Thunder as 2.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 222.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The moneyline odds were +110 for the Celtics and -130 for the Thunder, suggesting that the Thunder were favored to win outright.

Conditions for the game were typical for a late March evening in Boston, with a lively atmosphere expected at TD Garden as fans rallied behind their home team. The Celtics aimed to capitalize on their home court advantage, while the Thunder sought to extend their winning streak.

As the game unfolded, the Celtics showcased their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. Key plays in the fourth quarter included Jaylen Brown's driving layup and free throws, which helped to secure the lead. The final moments saw the Celtics maintain their composure, with Derrick White contributing crucial free throws to seal the victory. This win not only boosts the Celtics' confidence but also sets the stage for an exciting continuation of their rivalry with the Thunder.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	OKC -2.5	222.5 o -110 / u -110	Oklahoma City Thunder -130 · Boston Celtics +110

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Injury report

Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
Isaiah HartensteinDay-To-DayAnkleOklahoma City Thunder
Ajay MitchellDay-To-DayCalfOklahoma City Thunder
Otega OwehDay-To-DayLower LegOklahoma City Thunder
Thomas SorberDay-To-DayKneeOklahoma City Thunder
Jalen WilliamsDay-To-DayHamstringOklahoma City Thunder

Leaders

PointsJaylen Brown31Boston Celtics
AssistsJaylen Brown8Boston Celtics
ReboundsJayson Tatum12Boston Celtics
PointsShai Gilgeous-Alexander33Oklahoma City Thunder
AssistsShai Gilgeous-Alexander8Oklahoma City Thunder
ReboundsLuguentz Dort5Oklahoma City Thunder

Recent form

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1109.6 scored · 107 allowed per game4-2 at home

L92-102vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 23
W117-112at Memphis GrizzliesMar 21
W120-99vs Golden State WarriorsMar 18
W120-112vs Phoenix SunsMar 16
W111-100vs Washington WizardsMar 14
L102-104at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 13
L116-125at San Antonio SpursMar 11
W109-98at Cleveland CavaliersMar 8
W120-100vs Dallas MavericksMar 7
L89-118vs Charlotte HornetsMar 5

Oklahoma City Thunder

Last 10: 10-0Streak W10116.1 scored · 105 allowed per game6-0 away

W123-103at Philadelphia 76ersMar 23
W132-111at Washington WizardsMar 21
W121-92at Brooklyn NetsMar 18
W113-108at Orlando MagicMar 17
W116-103vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 15
W104-102vs Boston CelticsMar 13
W129-126vs Denver NuggetsMar 9
W104-97vs Golden State WarriorsMar 8
W103-100at New York KnicksMar 5
W116-108at Chicago BullsMar 4

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
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
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	Oklahoma City Thunder	Boston Celtics
Field goals	38-80	38-81
Field goal %	48	47
Three-pointers	12-37	18-41
Three-point %	32	44
Free throws	21-26	25-29
Free throw %	81	86
Rebounds	35	43
Offensive rebounds	4	7
Defensive rebounds	31	36
Assists	17	25
Steals	7	5
Blocks	3	4
Turnovers	7	13
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	20
Fast-break points	10	4
Points in the paint	34	40
Fouls	22	21
Largest lead	13	14
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	59	33

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter81-84Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter81-86Payton Pritchard makes 8-foot fade away jump shot (Jaylen Brown assists)
3rd Quarter82-86Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter83-86Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter83-87Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter83-88Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter83-90Neemias Queta makes 3-foot two point shot
4th Quarter85-90Jared McCain makes 9-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter85-93Sam Hauser makes 23-foot three point jumper (Neemias Queta assists)
4th Quarter86-93Alex Caruso makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter87-93Alex Caruso makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-94Jayson Tatum makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter87-95Jayson Tatum makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter87-96Jayson Tatum makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter90-96Alex Caruso makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Hartenstein assists)
4th Quarter92-96Jalen Williams makes running layup (Ajay Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter92-98Luka Garza makes 2-foot layup (Jayson Tatum assists)
4th Quarter92-100Baylor Scheierman makes 2-foot tip in dunk
4th Quarter92-102Jaylen Brown makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter92-103Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter94-103Alex Caruso makes 21-foot jumper (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
4th Quarter94-106Baylor Scheierman makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Payton Pritchard assists)
4th Quarter94-107Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter94-108Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter97-108Luguentz Dort makes 25-foot jump bank shot (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
4th Quarter97-111Payton Pritchard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter99-111Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter99-112Jayson Tatum makes technical free throw
4th Quarter100-112Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter101-112Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-112Isaiah Hartenstein makes running layup
4th Quarter102-112Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-112Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-114Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
4th Quarter106-114Isaiah Joe makes 26-foot three point jumper (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
4th Quarter106-115Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter107-115Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-117Jaylen Brown makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter109-118Derrick White makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-119Derrick White makes free throw 2 of 2