Boston Celtics' Shooting Strategy: A Game of Persistence and Defense The Boston Celtics, known for their resilience, faced a challenging start, trailing by 14 points early on. Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Payton Pritchard all helped keep Boston alive, and Joe Mazzulla's mid-game challenge to Jayson Tatum to play defense helped fuel a big turnaround. And despite early shooting struggles, the team remained committed to their plan, taking 53 three-pointers, with Al Horford and Sam Hauser delivering crucial late-game shots. Host John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal breaks down these key moments, focusing on Tatum's defensive evolution and Horford's clutch performance. The episode also highlights Hauser's persistence and the Celtics' unwavering shooting script.