Okc Thunder vs Boston Celtics Match Player Stats Breakdown ( 25th March, 2026 )
Game Summary and Key Moments
The latest Okc Thunder vs Boston Celtics Match Player Stats reveal how Boston protected its home court at TD Garden on March 25, 2026. The Celtics defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 119–109 in front of 19,156 fans after a strong second-half push.
Oklahoma City started fast and controlled the first quarter, but Boston slowly shifted momentum with efficient scoring and better ball movement. Jaylen Brown led the charge with an aggressive offensive night, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander kept the Thunder close with elite shot-making throughout the contest.
A 39-point third quarter proved to be the turning point. Boston’s offense clicked, their perimeter shooting improved, and the Thunder struggled to match that pace late in the game.
Match Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Oklahoma City Thunder vs Boston Celtics |
| Date | March 25, 2026 |
| Day | Wednesday |
| Time | 4:30 AM |
| Arena | TD Garden |
| City | Boston, MA |
| Officials | Marc Davis, Pat Fraher, Marat Kogut |
| Attendance | 19,156 |
| Final Score | Thunder 109 – Celtics 119 |
Team Performance Overview
Oklahoma City Thunder
The Thunder showed early energy and offensive rhythm, especially in the opening quarter. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander controlled the tempo with strong drives and efficient shooting. However, Oklahoma City struggled with consistency from deep and couldn’t fully contain Boston’s scoring surge in the second half.
Boston Celtics
Boston’s offense looked balanced once the game settled in. Jaylen Brown attacked the rim effectively, while Jayson Tatum contributed across multiple categories with rebounds and playmaking. The Celtics’ depth also played a major role, particularly with strong bench shooting and defensive pressure.
Injury Report
| Team | Player | Position | Status | Injury | Expected Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOS | Nikola Vucevic | C | Out | Finger – Surgery | 2026-04-05 |
| OKC | Thomas Sorber | C | Out | Knee – Surgery | 2026-10-01 |
Quarter-by-Quarter Score Breakdown
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OKC | 31 | 22 | 30 | 26 | 109 |
| BOS | 20 | 29 | 39 | 31 | 119 |
Complete Player Stats and Box Score Analysis
The official box score from this matchup highlights several standout performances from both rosters. Oklahoma City leaned heavily on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, while Boston relied on a balanced scoring effort led by Jaylen Brown and strong contributions across the rotation. Detailed player statistics are listed below.
Boston Celtics Player Stats
| Player | MIN | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OREB | DREB | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF | PTS | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Brown | 38:54 | 9 | 17 | 52.9 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 12 | 14 | 85.7 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 31 | 7 |
| Jayson Tatum | 35:25 | 5 | 12 | 41.7 | 3 | 6 | 50.0 | 6 | 6 | 100 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 19 | 2 |
| Payton Pritchard | 32:52 | 5 | 11 | 45.5 | 4 | 6 | 66.7 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 11 |
| Neemias Queta | 29:54 | 5 | 7 | 71.4 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 3 | 4 | 75.0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 13 | 3 |
| Derrick White | 33:08 | 3 | 11 | 27.3 | 2 | 7 | 28.6 | 4 | 4 | 100 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 6 |
| Baylor Scheierman | 19:45 | 4 | 8 | 50.0 | 3 | 7 | 42.9 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Sam Hauser | 28:39 | 3 | 9 | 33.3 | 3 | 8 | 37.5 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 4 |
| Luka Garza | 11:55 | 3 | 4 | 75.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 9 |
| Hugo González | 9:29 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -3 |
Bench Contribution
Boston’s bench proved extremely valuable in this matchup. Payton Pritchard and Baylor Scheierman delivered efficient perimeter scoring, while Luka Garza added quick interior points. These contributions helped Boston maintain momentum when the starters rotated.
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Oklahoma City Thunder Player Stats
| Player | MIN | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OREB | DREB | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF | PTS | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 36:58 | 10 | 12 | 83.3 | 3 | 4 | 75.0 | 10 | 12 | 83.3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 33 | 1 |
| Luguentz Dort | 21:38 | 5 | 9 | 55.6 | 4 | 6 | 66.7 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 14 | -1 |
| Chet Holmgren | 25:42 | 3 | 7 | 42.9 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 3 | 4 | 75.0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 | -5 |
| Alex Caruso | 21:14 | 3 | 11 | 27.3 | 1 | 8 | 12.5 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | -12 |
| Ajay Mitchell | 25:26 | 4 | 9 | 44.4 | 0 | 3 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 3 |
| Jalen Williams | 23:39 | 2 | 9 | 22.2 | 0 | 3 | 0.0 | 3 | 4 | 75.0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | -5 |
| Cason Wallace | 24:17 | 2 | 5 | 40.0 | 1 | 4 | 25.0 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | -1 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 22:18 | 3 | 6 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | -1 |
| Jared McCain | 12:56 | 3 | 6 | 50.0 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -17 |
| Isaiah Joe | 12:09 | 2 | 4 | 50.0 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | -7 |
| Jaylin Williams | 13:43 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -5 |
Thunder Bench Impact
Oklahoma City received some useful scoring from its bench unit. Ajay Mitchell and Alex Caruso handled secondary ball movement, while Isaiah Joe and Jared McCain added perimeter shooting. However, the Thunder bench struggled to match Boston’s depth scoring late in the game.
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Team Stats Comparison
| Team Stat | Oklahoma City Thunder | Boston Celtics |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 38/80 (47.5%) | 38/81 (46.9%) |
| Three Pointers | 12/37 (32.4%) | 18/41 (43.9%) |
| Free Throws | 21/26 (80.8%) | 25/29 (86.2%) |
| Offensive Rebounds | 4 | 7 |
| Defensive Rebounds | 31 | 36 |
| Total Rebounds | 35 | 43 |
| Assists | 17 | 25 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 13 |
Boston’s biggest advantage came from three-point shooting and rebounding. The Celtics knocked down 18 threes compared to Oklahoma City’s 12 and controlled the boards with 43 rebounds. That spacing and extra possessions helped Boston maintain its lead in the second half.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored the most points in the game?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded the highest scoring performance with 33 points for the Thunder. Despite his efficient shooting night, Boston’s balanced scoring helped the Celtics secure the victory.
Which Boston Celtics player had the biggest impact?
Jaylen Brown delivered the most influential performance for Boston. He scored 31 points while also contributing eight rebounds and eight assists, leading the Celtics offensively throughout the game.
What was the key turning point of the match?
The third quarter proved decisive. Boston scored 39 points during that period, gaining control of the momentum and building a lead Oklahoma City could not recover from.
How did Jayson Tatum perform in this game?
Jayson Tatum finished with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and seven assists. His all-around performance helped Boston maintain balance on offense and defense.
Did the Thunder shoot efficiently from the field?
Oklahoma City shot 47.5% from the field, which was solid. However, Boston’s superior three-point shooting and rebounding edge ultimately made the difference.
Which team performed better from three-point range?
Boston dominated from beyond the arc, hitting 18 three-pointers at 43.9%. Oklahoma City made 12 threes with a 32.4% shooting percentage.
How many fans attended the game?
The matchup at TD Garden drew an official attendance of 19,156 fans, creating an energetic atmosphere for this cross-conference showdown.
What was the final score of the Thunder vs Celtics game?
The Boston Celtics defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 119–109 after a strong second half and a high-scoring third quarter.
Final Thoughts
This matchup showcased two dynamic NBA teams with different strengths. Oklahoma City relied heavily on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s scoring brilliance, while Boston won through balanced offense and strong three-point shooting.
Jaylen Brown’s leadership and Boston’s depth proved decisive as the Celtics controlled the second half and secured a solid home victory.
