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The Boston Celtics became the first team to clinch the spot in the NBA playoffs, following a win against the Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers loss vs. Milwaukee Bucks.

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The Boston Celtics became the first team in the 2023-24 season to clinch a spot in the NBA playoffs.

Player of the Game EFF 33 Jaylen Brown Points 37 Accuracy 14-23 Rebounds 5 Assists 3

Celtics beat the Phoenix Suns 127-112, while the Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Milwaukee Bucks (105-114). These two results secured a spot in the playoffs for the Celtics.

The Celtics are cruising through the Eastern Conference. With a 52-14 record, they have the best record in the NBA and are 9.5 games ahead of the 2nd-placed Bucks.

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Jaylen Brown led the show against the Suns, finishing the game with 37 points (23/37 FG, 4/6 FT), 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, and 1 turnover.

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