The Boston Celtics were playing from behind for most of their eventual 119-109 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder at TD Garden on Wednesday (March 25.) night. But near the end of the contest’s penultimate frame, the Celtics flipped the script on the Thunder to take control of the tilt, and never relinquished it despite a strong push from OKC in the fourth quarter.

In their win vs. the reigning champs, Boston won the shot margin 81-80, and held the Thunder to just 32 percent form beyond the arc while connecting on 44 percent of their own 3s. The Celtics got to the line more (29-26) and converted more free throws there (86 percent to 81) while also winning the battle of the boards 43-35. With the win, Boston improved to 48-24 on the season while cementing their hold on the East’s second-place slot.

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Let’s take a look at some of the best plays captured in images from the win.

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder defends Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder defends Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics and Alex Caruso #9 of the Oklahoma City Thunder battle for a loose ball during the first quarter at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Hugo Gonzalez #28 of the Boston Celtics and Alex Caruso #9 of the Oklahoma City Thunder battle for a loose ball during the first quarter at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives to the basket against Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives to the basket against Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after being fouled during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after being fouled during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts to a foul called against him during the second half of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts to a foul called against him during the second half of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Cason Wallace #22 of the Oklahoma City Thunder defends Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Cason Wallace #22 of the Oklahoma City Thunder defends Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics makes a pass around Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics makes a pass around Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Isaiah Joe #11 of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics collide during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Isaiah Joe #11 of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics collide during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Baylor Scheierman #55 of the Boston Celtics celebrates after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Baylor Scheierman #55 of the Boston Celtics celebrates after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 25: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics talks with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder after the Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109 at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – MARCH 25: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics talks with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder after the Celtics defeat the Thunder 119-109 at TD Garden on March 25, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

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