The Celtics acknowledged the talent of the Thunder after the game, praising how they played. Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis didn't shy away from the challenge of playing a team

The Celtics were cruising against the Thunder until they hit a wall in the second half, scoring just 27 points.

Another Celtics star remained sidelined, however. Jaylen Brown missed his second straight game with a right shoulder sprain. Al Horford also sat out for rest purposes on the second night of a back-to-back.