Wizards Vs. Celtics Recap: Washington Cannot Overcome Slow Start In 12-Point Loss To Boston

The Washington Wizards dropped their third straight game on Sunday night, falling 88-76 to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. The Wizards shot terribly over the first two-plus quarters but cut it to eight after trailing by as many as 25 points. But they could never get it close to a one-possession game down the stretch. This game finished the season series with the Celtics -- a Boston sweep and perfect 4-0 record.

The Celts clinched the win behind an unexpected performance from Avery Bradley, who had a career-high 23 points. Paul Pierce added 21 points for Doc Rivers, which included a big step-back three-pointer down the stretch when Washington was threatening to make it close.

The Wizards were without Nene, who sat out after experiencing back spasms. Kevin Serephin filled in nicely with a double-double effort, scoring 15 points and grabbing 11 boards. Jordan Crawford led all scorers with 20 points while backcourt partner John Wall added 12 points and nine assists in his matchup against Rajon Rondo.

Randy Wittman's club now returns home to play the Pistons on Monday night at Verizon Center.

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Wizards Vs. Celtics Score Update: Boston Leads 53-34 At The Half

The Boston Celtics have had no problems with the lowly Washington Wizards, as they hold a commanding - lead at halftime at the T.D. Garden.

The Wizards stumbled out of the gate, getting outscored 27-12 in the first quarter and followed it up with a more respectable second quarter where they were outscored 26-22.

Celtic guard Avery Bradley leads all scorers with 19 points. Greg Stiemsma has added 10 points off the bench.

Kevin Seraphin is the only Wizards player to reach double digits, as he has 11 points at the half. The Wizards are shooting just 28.9 percent from the field and a paltry 14.3 percent from behind the arc.

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Wizards Vs. Celtics: Game Time, TV Schedule And More

The Washington Wizards hit the road Sunday evening, as they will try to avoid a season sweep at the hands of the Boston Celtics. The Wizards are in the middle of playing three games in three days and are coming off a 95-92 loss to the Atlanta Hawks in Washington on Saturday. The Celtics are returning home for the first time after an eight-game, two-week road trip. Here is all the information you need to enjoy tonight's game.

Location: T.D. Garden in Boston, Massachusetts
Game Time: 6:00 p.m. EST
Wizards T.V.: Comcast Sports Net
Wizards Radio: 106.7 FM The Fan
Wizards-Celtics Line: Celtics by 11 points

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Wizards Vs. Celtics: Washington Heads To Boston Hoping To Avoid Season Sweep

The Washington Wizards (11-36), smarting after blowing big leads in their past two contests, head to Boston on Sunday, hoping to avoid a season sweep at the hands of the Celtics (25-22).