Almost a microcosm of the issues that have been plaguing the Celtics since mid-December, from it seeming like there was a lid on the basket for shots from beyond the arc to struggles to score and defensive lapses when it counts the most.

The New Orleans Pelicans head to TD Garden to face the Boston Celtics in a non-conference matchup. The Pelicans are 8-31, which puts them in last place in the Western Conference. The Celtics are 27-11, which puts them in second place in the Eastern Conference.

As for the Celtics, health issues plaguing the team in December have mostly improved in January, but they have to shake off their low-focus play that has plagued them since last month. Even the lowly Pels are a threat with how Boston has been playing.