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The Boston Celtics defeated the Chicago Bulls , 107 - 100 , at TD Garden on Friday . The Celtics ( 3 - 1 ) checked in to Friday with only seven road wins in 17 games this season , but the Celtics ( 3 - 1 ) were able to prevail with a solid road victory . The Celtics ( 3 - 1 ) were able to overcome a solid shooting night from the floor ( 3 - 1 ) on their home court , limiting the Bulls ( 3 - 1 ) to sub - 40 percent success rates from the field and three - point range , respectively . The Bulls were led by Jimmy Butler 's 23 points , which he supplemented with nine rebounds , two assists , a steal and a block . Dwyane Wade was next with 15 points , four assists and two steals . Taj Gibson ( eight points ) and Robin Lopez ( eight points ) were n't able to lend much support , with Gerald Green ( eight points ) and Gerald Green ( four points over 14 minutes ) . Isaiah Thomas ' 23 - point , 10 - assist double - double paced the Celtics . Avery Bradley was next with 13 points , five rebounds , four assists and a steal . Jae Crowder registered 10 points , five boards and a pair of blocks . Gerald Green paced the bench with just four points and three assists . Boston remains in second place in the Eastern Conference 's Atlantic Division . They head to Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers on Friday night .