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The Top 5 Plays from Game 3 Between the Celtics and Nets

From Daniel Theis' thunderous throwdown to Derrick White's touchdown pass to Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown turning a steal into a two-handed flush at the other end, then burying a deep three and losing Patty Mills on a step-back jumper, here are the top five plays from Game 3 between the Celtics and Nets.

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From Daniel Theis' thunderous throwdown to Derrick White's touchdown pass to Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown turning a steal into a two-handed flush at the other end, then burying a deep three and losing Patty Mills on a step-back jumper, here are the top five plays from Game 3 between the Celtics and Nets.

Daniel Theis' Thunderous Throwdown

The Nets are in a zone defense that initially kept the Celtics from getting in a rhythm offensively. But in the play above, when Jayson Tatum drives, Andre Drummond is solely focused on preventing him from getting to the rim. He's not aware of where Daniel Theis is, and he pays for that as Tatum threads a bounce pass between Drummond and Bruce Brown to Theis, who hammers home a one-handed jam.

Derrick White's Touchdown to Tatum

It starts with a missed three by Bruce Brown and the Celtics keeping the Nets off the glass. After Tatum contests the shot, he leaks out, and when Derrick White secures the board, he immediately looks up the floor and delivers a perfect pass that hits Tatum in stride. The three-time All-Star then scoops in a layup while taking a shove from Brown that results in him going hard into the stanchion.

Jaylen Brown Picks off the Pass from Blake Griffin, Rocks the Rim at the Other End

Jaylen Brown does a great job getting into the passing lane to intercept Blake Griffin's swing pass. Then, he pokes the ball ahead, avoids the foul from Griffin while tight roping the sideline, and finishes with a powerful two-handed flush.

Jaylen Brown from Deep

In a part of a fun sequence where Brown and Griffin went shot for shot, Brown dribbles between his legs a few times, then casually steps back and swishes a three from 25-feet out.

Jaylen Brown Distances Himself from Patty Mills

First, Brown shakes Patty Mills with a behind-the-back dribble, but with Seth Curry helping, there isn't a lane for him to attack. As a result, he brings the ball to the top of the key, then loses Mills again, this time with a step-back move that gets him an open jumper he knocks down.

Further Reading

What Stood Out from Game 3's Win vs. the Nets: Tatum and Brown Lead the Way While Celtics' Defense Shines as they Push Brooklyn to the Brink

Sacramento Kings Reportedly Interviewing Will Hardy for Head-Coaching Vacancy

Ben Simmons Expected to Make Season Debut in Game 4, a Return that May Benefit the Celtics More than the Nets

What Stood Out from the Celtics' Win vs. Nets in Game 2: Boston Recaptures Offensive Identity, Rallies for 2-0 Series Lead

[Film Room] How the Celtics Held Kevin Durant to 23 Points, an Approach that Can't Change as the ROI Lessens

What Stood Out in Celtics' Win vs. Nets in Series Opener

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Bobby Krivitsky
BOBBY KRIVITSKY

Bobby Krivitsky's experiences include covering the NBA as a credentialed reporter for Basketball Insiders. He's also a national sports talk host for SportsMap Radio, a network airing on 96 radio stations throughout the country. Additionally, he was a major-market host, update anchor, and producer for IMG Audio, and he worked for Bleacher Report as an NFL and NBA columnist.

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