The shorthanded Celtics pulled off their fifth straight win on Monday night with a 114-108 victory over the Utah Jazz following a historic performance by Sam Hauser. The sharpshooting forward made franchise history in his spot start by making seven 3-point field goals in the third quarter, helping the hosts secure the victory.

Tatum (knee tendinopathy) and Al Horford (left big toe sprain) are listed as questionable for Monday’s game. With a matchup against Oklahoma City on Wednesday, Boston may choose to rest one or more of its key players.

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