In their most recent meeting at the Intuit Dome , the Celtics dominated with a 31-point victory.

: The Celtics led by as many as 24 points in the third quarter before a late Los Angeles comeback.

: James Harden scored 32 of his 37 points in the second half, bringing the Clippers within one point in the final seconds.

: Their season ended after failing to qualify for the playoffs following a loss to the Warriors on April 15.