Celtics fall short, lose to Nets 109 - 107

Jeff Green and Jared Sullinger bounced back from their benchings with solid performances. But the Celtics couldn't top Kevin Garnett and his Nets.

How close was it?  This close. (hat tip @MrTrpleDouble10)

Jarrett Jack had a healthy 27 points to lead all scorers and Tyler Zeller missed a double double by 1 rebound (14 pts. 9 reb.).

Stevens on 4th: "Their 9-0 run. That was the key to the game. They got transition baskets off our mistakes. They made some critical shots."

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) December 26, 2014

Also of note:

Nets 109, Celtics 107: Jack of all trades - Boston Celtics Blog - ESPN Boston

The Celtics initially ran with a nine-man rotation, but Brandon Bass made a fourth-quarter appearance. Gerald Wallace came in late for the full-court heave to Sullinger. Phil Pressey was a healthy DNP.