Combine that preference with the historic number of 3s they take themselves and Boston's strategy is built around dominating the math game involved in shot selection. As a result, their one "weakness" has been defense near the basket.

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla said he knew about a week ago that Kristaps Porzingis would make his season debut on Monday night. Porzingis returned to action against the Clippers after missing the first 17 games while recovering from ankle surgery.

In his season debut, Kristaps Porzingis finished with 16 points, six rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two blocks in 23 minutes for Boston, as the Celtics blew out the Clippers with a 32-point win.