Enes Freedom grabbed 15 rebounds off the bench for the Celtics, who made 14 of their first 15 shots and built a 21-point, first-half lead.

Coach Ime Udoka believes Tatum’s recent success has been the product of attacking the basket. Former Oregon star Payton Prichard scored 16 points in the final six minutes, sending the Celtics bench into a frenzy. He’s been in the game for a long time, he’s well thought of by many people and I think Joe is as qualified as most people. ”

FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING

Udoka was in his hometown for the first time as an NBA head coach, something he wasn’t taking for granted.