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Celtics Thundering Towards Victory at Paycom Center

As the Boston Celtics prepare to face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Celtics, boasting an impressive 26-6 record, are coming off a dominant performance against the San Antonio Spurs where they secured a commanding 134-101 victory on January 1st. This win was marked by their staggering 54 percent field goal shooting and a remarkable 68 percent success rate from two-point range.


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Boston's offensive prowess was on full display as they led for nearly the entire game, amassing their largest lead of 37 points. Their bench contributed significantly with 47 points, showcasing depth that could prove vital in their upcoming contest. Defensively, Boston held strong with seven blocks and six steals while maintaining an efficiency game score of over 124.


The Oklahoma City Thunder will have to contend with Boston's high-octane offense which has been firing on all cylinders. In their last three games alone, including contests against formidable opponents like the Toronto Raptors and Detroit Pistons, Boston has demonstrated both resilience and firepower.


Against Toronto on December 30th at TD Garden, despite seven lead changes and four ties throughout the game, Boston emerged victorious with a close-fought scoreline of 120-118. Their ability to maintain composure under pressure was evident as they shot an impressive 44 percent from beyond the arc.


In another thrilling encounter that went into overtime against Detroit on December 29th at TD Garden again showed Celtics' tenacity as they outlasted their opponents to win by six points in extra time.


Looking ahead to January 2nd's matchup in Oklahoma City presents another opportunity for Boston to assert its dominance in this season. The key factors likely contributing to another Celtics victory include their efficient scoring distribution across quarters and robust defense limiting opponent possessions effectively.


Fans eager to witness whether Boston can continue its winning streak should tune into NBCS-BOS channel number is not available or BSOK channel number is not available depending on your location for live coverage starting at around eight o'clock Eastern Time (ET). With both teams ready for action in what promises to be an electrifying showdown at Paycom Center – it’s certainly not one you want to miss!

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