Boston overcomes a 16-point deficit and ties the first-round series with an overtime win in Game 4.
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Commentary: A big-time performance by Thomas
Isaiah Thomas writes his name in Celtics lore with a 42-point game to give Boston life against Atlanta.
Thomas’ career night helps Celtics cut into their deficit
Isaiah Thomas scores 42 points and Boston uses a revamped lineup to get its first win of the series.
NBA roundup: Shots must fall or Celtics will fall
Boston must find a way to make baskets, and in a hurry.
Terrible first quarter sinks Celtics in Game 2
Boston sets a record for first-quarter futility by netting just seven points in the first 12 minutes.
NBA roundup: Celtics’ Smart faces a bigger role
The injury loss of Avery Bradley adds pressure on Marcus Smart to step up in the playoff series against Atlanta.
Celtics likely lose Bradley for playoff series with Hawks
The Celtics guard badly hurt his hamstring in Game 1 against Atlanta.
Celtics come up short in playoff opener
Boston rallies from a 19-point deficit before falling to Atlanta, 102-101.
What a difference a year makes for Celtics, Hawks
One and done last year, Boston brings a far more formidable team into the postseason while record-wise, Atlanta isn’t the same powerhouse.
Celtics open playoffs Saturday in Atlanta
The two teams each finished with 48-34 records during the regular season.