Boston had won 23 of their last 30 games with 13 games left in the regular season.

Garnett, who helped lead Boston to its 17th NBA championship in 2008, becomes the 24th member of the Celtics to be honored with a retired number.

On a day when Kevin Garnett’s number is retired, Dallas rallies for a 95-92 win.

Jayson Tatum scores 31 points – his fifth straight game with at least 30 points – as surging Boston wins for the 18th time in 21 games.

Garnett, who helped Boston win the 2007-08 title, will have his No. 5 retired on Sunday.

Al Horford has been as pivotal player in turning around Boston’s fortunes in recent weeks.

Jayson Tatum scores 16 points in the fourth quarter as Boston wins its fourth straight.

After winning 21 of 27 games, Boston remains within striking distance for the No. 2 seed overall in the East.

Tatum pours in 34 points in the second half as Boston beats Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and Brooklyn.

Memphis star Ja Morant scores 38, but Jayson Tatum pours in 37 on his 24th birthday to spark Boston, 120-107.