Even on their less-than-best nights during a winning streak that lasted more than two weeks, the Celtics found ways to win. They overcame a late double-digit deficit, fueled by their bench, to beat the Thunder last week. Shorthanded several times due to injuries, they figured it out.
But the magic ran out on Monday night in Chicago.
All good things come to an end eventually, and the Celtics were due for a bad night. A rare, poor 3-point shooting night, consistent effort issues on defense, and off nights from several of their regulars – including Al Horford’s worst offensive night in recent memory. The C’s couldn’t overcome any of it as their struggles continued against the Bulls with a 121-107 loss, snapping their nine-game winning streak.
