The Boston Celtics got back in the win column with a blowout victory in which they made NBA history over the Brooklyn Nets.

The Boston Celtics scored 148 points against the Brooklyn Nets while shooting 66.7% from the field and 64.7% from three-point range, producing an offensive rating of 159.1 that ranks as the second-highest in NBA history.

Horford, who left the Celtics for a two-year, $12 million deal with a player option for the second season, has flourished for Golden State when he’s been on the floor.

Jaylen Brown has been a catalyst for the Boston Celtics this season. Stepping into a starring role for the first time in his career, Brown has spearheaded the offense while also showing improvements as a creator for those around him.

Count NBA agent Bernie Lee among those impressed by Mazzulla. The longtime agent wrote an article on HoopsHype, where he raved about the Celtics coach after getting to meet Mazzulla for one of his clients. Lee’s clients include Jimmy Butler, among others.

Boston leads the NBA in defensive efficiency over its last 10 games. Two unsung Celtics showed how they're doing it Tuesday in Phoenix.

Wisconsin basketball great John Tonje made his NBA regular-season debut on Wednesday night. The Wisconsin standout went scoreless in four minutes off the bench during the Boston Celtics' 97-81 win over the Phoenix Suns.