Boston Shoots Historic 80.8% eFG
The Celtics shot an incredible 22-34 from three for an 80.8% effective field goal percentage in a dominant win on Feb 28. The historic shooting performance showcased the team's offensive firepower and three-point prowess in what was described as an unreal display.
The dominant performance came against a struggling Brooklyn Nets team, who fell to 15-44 on the season with the 148-111 loss. The Celtics, in contrast, improved their record to 39-20. The game was ultimately decided by a massive 43-26 third quarter in favor of Boston. Jaylen Brown and recent trade acquisition Nikola Vucevic led the offensive outburst, with both players scoring 28 points. For Vucevic, it marked his third double-double since joining the team, as he also contributed 11 rebounds. Payton Pritchard also added a significant 22 points off the bench. While the team's overall field goal percentage was a staggering 66.7%, the second-best in franchise history, their effective field goal percentage of 80.8% set a new NBA record. This modern metric weighs the added value of three-point shots, and the Celtics' hot shooting from behind the arc (22-34) was the key driver of this historic efficiency. This offensive explosion was part of a strong stretch for the Celtics, who have won five of their six games since the All-Star break. The team's next challenge is a Sunday home game against the Philadelphia 76ers, where star Jayson Tatum may return to the lineup.
