The Boston Celtics have remained one of the NBA ’s strongest teams as the season reaches its midway point, firmly positioned in the playoff picture while awaiting the possible return of Jayson Tatum. Much of their success has been driven by the play of Jaylen Brown, who is enjoying the finest season of his 10-year career.

After the Celtics lost to the Nuggets on Wednesday night, star forward Jaylen Brown was puzzled by the fact that he had attempted 23 2-point shots and just three free throws.

“I’ll accept a fine at this point. I thought it was some bulls—t tonight,” Brown said.

The Cavaliers defeat the Timberwolves in a matinee matchup, 146-134.

After a bounce-back win at Oregon opened a two-game West Coast road trip, Ohio State heads to Washington looking for more.

Michigan – No. 1 in the USA TODAY Coaches Poll for the last month – is one of five remaining high-major teams.