Celtics star Jayson Tatum discusses why Clippers defense is so effective

The Celtics suffered a devastating home loss to the Clippers due to their ferocious defense shutting down the main duo.

The Boston Celtics have been dominating this season, with a strong defense and the dynamic duo of Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. However, they hit a rough patch when they faced the Los Angeles Clippers, who boast a formidable defense led by stars Paul George and Kawhi Leonard.

The Celtics struggled to score, putting up only 96 points against the Clippers' tough defense. Tatum acknowledged the challenge of facing such a strong defensive team, noting that the Clippers have great defenders and are well-coached.

The Clippers' defense proved to be a tough matchup for the Celtics, with two All-Defense players in George and Leonard. Even the rest of the Clippers' starting lineup is strong, making it difficult for the Celtics to find openings.

To make matters worse, the Celtics' usually strong defense also faltered, allowing the Clippers to score over 130 points. Despite this tough loss, the Celtics still hold a solid lead in the Eastern Conference. The question now is how they will bounce back from this defeat at home. It's a challenge they'll need to overcome as they continue their quest for the top spot in the conference.