Watch: Celtics tie NBA record in second quarter vs. Clippers

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Watch: Celtics tie NBA record with 12 threes in second quarter vs. Clippers

By Eric Smithling | Last updated Nov 25, 2024 9:19 PM ET

The Celtics matched NBA history on Monday night.

Boston made 16 threes in the first half against the Clippers, including 12 in the second quarter to tie an NBA record for most made threes in a single quarter.

Guard Jrue Holiday hit the 12th three of the second quarter with 27.8 seconds remaining.

He was matched up against Clippers center Ivica Zubac and easily gained space with a step-back dribble before draining the jumper.

The Celtics tie the NBA record for 3PM in a quarter (12) and set a new franchise record with this Jrue Holiday triple!

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Boston led 78-49 at the half.

The Celtics (14-3, second in Eastern Conference) entered Monday first in three-pointers made (18.8) and attempted (50.5) per game and 14th in three-point percentage (37.1%).

The defending champions have overwhelmed opponents with their three-point shooting volume, and the Clippers (11-7, fifth in Western Conference) are their latest victim.

Los Angeles had won five in a row before Monday's game, holding teams to an NBA-worst 26.9% from three-point range during that span.

It ranks second in the league in three-point defense this season with opponents shooting 33.4% on attempts from beyond the arc.

Boston's strong first half is a reminder that no matter how well another team is playing, it's likely no match for the Celtics.

Eric Smithling

Eric Smithling is a writer based in New Orleans, LA, whose byline also appears on Athlon Sports. He has been with Yardbarker since September 2022, primarily covering the NFL and college football, but also the NBA, WNBA, men’s and women’s college basketball, NHL, tennis and golf. He holds a film studies degree from the University of New Orleans

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