Celtics outlast Nuggets 118-114 behind Pierce's 27
The Celtics outlasted the Nuggets 118-114 in triple overtime at home.
Paul Pierce led the Celtics with 27 points and 14 assists, while Ty Lawson led the Nuggets with 29 points and 9 assists.
The Celtics took the lead for good with 1:33 left in 3OT. The Celtics led by as many as 12 points. The lead changed hands 4 times and the score was tied 9 times.
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