Boston Celtics vs Washington Wizards Recap

NBA Recap: Boston Celtics vs Washington Wizards – 12/4/25

On Thursday, December 4, 2025, the Boston Celtics took on the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The Celtics secured a strong win with a final score of 146-101. This game improved their season record to 13-9.

Derrick White played a big role for the Celtics with 30 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists. Jordan Walsh also contributed with 22 points and went perfect from the field with 8-for-8 shooting. The Wizards struggled to keep up, with CJ McCollum leading them with 22 points.

The Boston Celtics started strong, leading 32-26 at the end of the first quarter. They continued to perform well in the second quarter, scoring 34 points compared to the Wizards’ 33. By halftime, the Celtics held a 66-59 lead over the Wizards.

In the third quarter, the Celtics increased their lead by scoring 43 points, while the Wizards managed 27. The Celtics dominated the fourth quarter with 37 points, while the Wizards struggled with only 15 points. The game concluded with the Celtics winning 146-101. The Celtics shot 54.5% from the field and had 35 assists, showcasing their teamwork.

Derrick White stood out for the Boston Celtics. He scored 30 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and had 9 assists. His shooting was effective, hitting 12 of 21 shots.

Another key player for the Celtics was Jordan Walsh. He scored 22 points and didn’t miss a single shot, going 8 for 8. Walsh also contributed 7 rebounds and 3 assists.

For the Washington Wizards, CJ McCollum led the scoring. He put up 22 points and had 3 assists. Khris Middleton also added 16 points, along with 4 assists.

What’s Next

The Boston Celtics improved their record to 12-9 with their win against the Washington Wizards. This victory places them at sixth in the Eastern Conference standings. The Celtics will aim to build on this win as they face the Los Angeles Lakers in their next game.

On the other hand, the Washington Wizards are now 3-17 and remain at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. The Wizards will look to bounce back in their upcoming game against the Atlanta Hawks. They need to improve their performance to climb up the standings.

The Boston Celtics will play their next game at home against the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, December 5, 2025. The game will take place at TD Garden. After that, the Celtics will travel to face the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Scotiabank Arena.

The Washington Wizards are set to face the Atlanta Hawks at home on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The game will be held at Capital One Arena. Following this, the Wizards will play another home game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, December 12, 2025.


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