Celtics Soar, Nearing East Title, Odds Surge

0:00It's April 4th. You're listening to Boston Celtics News today, AI-powered coverage of your squad. Boston Celtics just wrapped a strong 3-in-1 road trip, looking like contenders from Miami to Milwaukee. They smoked the bucks, 133-101, with Jason Tatum dropping 23 points, 11 boards, and 9 assists, nearly a, triple double. Jalen Brown led with 26 points on efficient shooting in free throws, while the whole squad clicked. Earlier this week, they also handled the heat convincingly, showing off balance scoring from all five starters plus Peyton Pritchard in double. Figures. Just eight turnovers total kept it smooth, hitting 8 of 12-3s early to build a huge lead. Fans are buzzing about in the Amaius Kettas explosion, 43 points, quick moves in the paint, and blocks like vintage bigs. Sam Housers heating up from deep and nearly 40% lately, and Derek White posted the top plus-minus at plus 34. Brown's back healthy after Achilles issues, and Tatum's passing games on point.

1:04Now with four or five games at TD Garden, their magic numbers three to lock second in the east. Odds jumped to plus 550 for banner 19, favorites to rep the conference in the finals. Only road tests left this Thursday, and Madison Square Garden, perfect momentum to carry into the playoffs.