Celtics Tie NBA Record with 29 Three-Pointers, Clinch No. 2 Playoff Seed
The Boston Celtics made 29 three-pointers Friday night against the New Orleans Pelicans, tying the NBA record. The big win also locked up the No. 2 playoff spot in the Eastern Conference for Boston.
The Boston Celtics put on a shooting show Friday night, making 29 three-pointers in a blowout win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The performance tied both the franchise record and the NBA record for most three-pointers in a single game.
Sam Hauser led the way with 24 points, hitting eight three-pointers by himself. The team shot lights out from beyond the arc as multiple players contributed to the record-tying night.
The win did more than just make history. It clinched the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs for Boston. That means the Celtics will have home court advantage for most of their playoff series, playing more games at TD Garden where their fans can energize the team.
The Celtics have been one of the best teams in the NBA this season, and this dominant performance shows they're peaking at the right time. Making 29 three-pointers in a game demonstrates the kind of offensive firepower that can carry a team deep into the playoffs.
This record-breaking performance shows the Celtics are hitting their stride at the perfect time before the playoffs start. Getting the No. 2 seed means they'll have home court advantage for most of their playoff games, giving them a better chance at winning the championship.
The Celtics will prepare for their playoff run starting in mid-April with home court advantage as the No. 2 seed.
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