Top 3 Highlights to Watch in Thunder vs. Celtics on NBA League Pass

The Boston Celtics (47-24) host the Oklahoma City Thunder (57-15) at TD Garden on Wednesday. Their previous meeting featured Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 35 points and Jaylen Brown with 34.

Form and stakes

The Thunder arrive on a 12-game winning streak. Their most recent victory was a 123-103 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.

The Celtics are seeking a rebound after a 102-92 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. They had won four straight games before that defeat.

Playoff positioning and environment

Boston is close to clinching a playoff spot. The team is also in a tight race with the New York Knicks for the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.

Oklahoma City has already secured a postseason berth. Their No. 1 position in the West, however, is not locked. They hold a three-game lead over the San Antonio Spurs.

Expect a playoff-like atmosphere at TD Garden. The Celtics are 24-11 at home, the third-best mark in the East. The Thunder are comfortable on the road at 28-8, the NBA-best road record.

Celtics scoring dynamics

Jaylen Brown remains Boston’s primary scorer. He is posting 28.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.0 steals per game for the season.

Jayson Tatum returned to action on March 6 against the Dallas Mavericks. Since that comeback, Brown has averaged 26.3 points while attempting 18.8 field goals per game. Tatum is averaging 19.1 points on 17.4 field goal attempts since his return.

Thunder X-factor

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is making a strong MVP case this season. The Thunder also rely on Jalen Williams to provide secondary star-level play.

Williams has battled hamstring issues but returned in Monday’s win over Philadelphia. He logged 18 points, six assists and four rebounds in 20 minutes during that game.

The Thunder won 11 straight games without Williams in the lineup. Still, they have gone 20-7 when he starts. Williams averages 17.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.4 assists this season.

What to watch

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s scoring duel with Jaylen Brown.
• The playoff-like atmosphere at TD Garden and its effect on both teams.
• Jalen Williams’ minutes and finishing touches down the stretch.

For viewers tracking the matchup, check the Top 3 highlights to watch on NBA League Pass. Filmogaz.com will provide further coverage and analysis after the game.