It has been tough sledding for the Utah Jazz, who have lost 7 of their past 8 games. It won’t get any easier for them on Monday night as they face the reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics. The Celtics are 8-2 in their last 10 games and are playing their best basketball of the season.

The Celtics shouldn't play too sleepily given their momentum heading into the playoffs, though it may be hard to create motivation in such a context.

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