Imagine watching a team dominate game after game, only to see their streak shattered in a single afternoon. That’s exactly what happened to the Maine Celtics, whose impressive nine-game winning streak came to a screeching halt in a stunning 111-77 loss to the Capital City Go-Go in the NBA G League. But here’s where it gets interesting: this wasn’t just any loss—it was a record-breaking performance for the Go-Go, who held the Celtics to their second-lowest point total of the season while setting a franchise record for points allowed.
Led by five-year NBA veteran Skal Labissiere, who dropped 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, the Go-Go capitalized on Maine’s struggles. The Celtics shot a mere 38.7% from the field and a dismal 22.9% from beyond the arc, missing 27 of their 35 three-point attempts. To make matters worse, they committed 21 turnovers, handing the Go-Go easy opportunities to pull away.
Despite the loss, Maine had three players score in double figures. Bench player Stefan Todorovic led the charge with 16 points, while Kendall Brown and Max Shulga chipped in 13 and 12 points, respectively. Yet, their efforts weren’t enough to overcome the Go-Go’s relentless defense and offensive efficiency.
And this is the part most people miss: while the Celtics’ streak may be over, their season is far from finished. They’ll look to bounce back in their final Tip-Off Tournament game, a Sunday afternoon showdown against the league-leading Raptors 905. Will this loss be a minor setback or a turning point in their season?
Here’s the controversial question: Did the Celtics simply have an off day, or did the Go-Go expose weaknesses that could haunt them later in the season? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear your take on this surprising upset!
