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Celtics Edge Out Rockets in New Hampshire

Paul Pierce connects on two of his 15 points against the Rockets Saturday night in Manchester, NH.
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C's Win Preseason Thriller

Paul Pierce recorded 15 points and Gabe Pruitt banked home a game-winning shot with 6.6 seconds remaining to catapult the Celtics to a 90-89 triumph over the Rockets on Saturday in preseason action at the Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, NH.

Boston and Houston went back-and-forth throughout the contest, but some key defensive plays from the C's, including a decisive last-second block by Darius Miles, propelled the reigning champs to victory.

Glen Davis registered 12 points and Kevin Garnett, who played 21 minutes, and Leon Powe each had 10.

Game Info | Box Score

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Kia Walking School Bus

The Boston Celtics teamed up with Kia Motors today to encourage Boston Public School students to increase their exercise by walking to school. Celtics players Tony Allen and Brian Scalabrine led a group of students in East Boston to the James Otis Elementary School in the form of a walking school bus. After arriving at the school, a special assembly was held for all students at which the Celtics players spoke to the students about the importance of being physically active to maintain a healthy mind and body.

Press Release | Walking School Bus Details

Pierce Chats

Minutes before taking off from Hanscom en route to the White House, Paul Pierce took some time to chat with NBA.com...

Paul Pierce Chat

National Anthem Auditions

The Celtics are looking for talented vocalists and musicians to perform the National Anthem at the team's home games throughout the 2008-09 NBA season. Talented groups, instrumentalists, children and other unique performers are invited to attend the auditions on Tuesday, October 21 from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., held in Legends at the TD Banknorth Garden, located on level three of the arena.

The performer with the best audition, as determined by the judges, will be invited to perform the National Anthem before the Celtics game against the Chicago Bulls on Friday, October 31.

More Information: National Anthem Auditions

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	Tuesday, October 14 at Cavaliers 7:30pm	Final Rockets 89 Celtics 90 Recap \| Box Score	Complete Standings Game Notes

Celtics Leaders
Points		Rebounds		Assists
Kevin Garnett	20.4	Kevin Garnett	10.5	Rajon Rondo	6.6
Paul Pierce	19.7	Kendrick Perkins	6.1	Paul Pierce	4.6
Ray Allen	15.6	Paul Pierce	5.0	Kevin Garnett	3.3
Rajon Rondo	10.2	Rajon Rondo	4.1	Ray Allen	2.7