Dominant Celtics Extend Home Streak with 12-0 Record at TD Garden

 

The Boston Celtics continue to make TD Garden an impenetrable fortress this season, notching their twelfth consecutive home victory with a commanding 116-107 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. This victory has propelled the Celtics to a 12-0 record at home, matching the team's best start on their home court since the remarkable 2007-08 season.

 

This accomplishment puts the current Celtics in rarefied air, as only four times in franchise history have they begun their home campaign with a dozen straight wins. The last time they achieved this feat was during the memorable 2007-08 season, a campaign etched in the annals of Celtics history for its ultimate success.

 

While it might be premature to draw direct parallels, the current Celtics are showcasing a level of dominance at TD Garden that demands attention. It's not just about winning games; it's about doing so with remarkable ease. The Celtics boast an average point differential of plus-15.3 at home, the best in the NBA. They are not merely triumphing; they are doing so convincingly.

 

Of their 12 victories at TD Garden, an impressive seven have been secured with a double-digit margin. What's even more impressive is that four of those wins featured a lead of at least 15 points, with three of them showcasing a commanding victory margin exceeding 23 points. The pinnacle of their home success came against the Indiana Pacers when the Celtics delivered a resounding 51-point victory.

 

Thursday night's game against the Cavaliers, while a bit closer, never truly hung in the balance. Despite the Cavaliers cutting down an 11-point halftime deficit to a mere four points by the end of the third quarter, the Celtics showcased their mettle. They sealed the win through a combination of timely buckets and suffocating defense, reaffirming their dominance on their home court.

 

As the Celtics extend their impressive home record, fans are starting to believe that this team might be destined for greatness. While it's crucial not to get carried away with early-season success, the parallels to the storied 2007-08 season are impossible to ignore. The TD Garden faithful can only hope that this homecourt advantage will be the catalyst for another memorable championship run. One thing is for certain: the Celtics are not messing around at TD Garden this season.