Celtics' Jordan Walsh makes basketball history never done ever before in NBA
In a league defined by high-usage superstars and volume shooting, Boston Celtics forward Jordan Walsh has carved out a unique slice of NBA history through sheer, unadulterated efficiency. With the Celtics navigating a difficult stretch of injuries, including the absence of All-NBA forward Jayson Tatum, Walsh has stepped into the void and delivered a statistical performance that defies the logic of modern perimeter play.
According to league data confirmed this week, Walsh has become the first non-center in NBA history to score 45 or more points while shooting 90 percent or better from the field over a three-game span. The second-year wing has been virtually automatic, tallying 47 points on a blistering 94.5 percent shooting clip, connecting on 18 of his last 19 field goal attempts.
This historic run was highlighted by a career-best performance against the Washington Wizards, where Walsh poured in 22 points on a perfect 8-for-8 shooting night. Typically, such astronomical field goal percentages are the exclusive domain of rim-running centers who live in the dunker’s spot. For a 6-foot-7 wing to achieve this efficiency while navigating perimeter defenses, cutting backdoor, and taking jump shots is unprecedented. It signals a massive leap in offensive maturity for a player previously viewed primarily as a defensive specialist with a 7-foot-2 wingspan.
The timing of Walsh’s emergence could not be better for Boston. With the roster depleted, head coach Joe Mazzulla needed production from the "Stay Ready" group, and Walsh has responded by refusing to waste possessions. His shot selection has been impeccable, punishing defenses that over-rotate to contain Boston’s remaining playmakers.
This development is a testament to the Celtics' renowned G-League pipeline. Walsh spent significant time with the Maine Celtics during his rookie campaign, refining his decision-making and offensive mechanics. Now, that investment is paying dividends at the highest level. As Boston prepares for their upcoming matchup against the Toronto Raptors, Walsh’s historic efficiency provides a terrifying new variable for opponents: a role player who simply does not miss. If Walsh can maintain even a fraction of this efficiency when the stars return, the Celtics' depth becomes even more lethal.
According to league data confirmed this week, Walsh has become the first non-center in NBA history to score 45 or more points while shooting 90 percent or better from the field over a three-game span. The second-year wing has been virtually automatic, tallying 47 points on a blistering 94.5 percent shooting clip, connecting on 18 of his last 19 field goal attempts.
This historic run was highlighted by a career-best performance against the Washington Wizards, where Walsh poured in 22 points on a perfect 8-for-8 shooting night. Typically, such astronomical field goal percentages are the exclusive domain of rim-running centers who live in the dunker’s spot. For a 6-foot-7 wing to achieve this efficiency while navigating perimeter defenses, cutting backdoor, and taking jump shots is unprecedented. It signals a massive leap in offensive maturity for a player previously viewed primarily as a defensive specialist with a 7-foot-2 wingspan.
The timing of Walsh’s emergence could not be better for Boston. With the roster depleted, head coach Joe Mazzulla needed production from the "Stay Ready" group, and Walsh has responded by refusing to waste possessions. His shot selection has been impeccable, punishing defenses that over-rotate to contain Boston’s remaining playmakers.
This development is a testament to the Celtics' renowned G-League pipeline. Walsh spent significant time with the Maine Celtics during his rookie campaign, refining his decision-making and offensive mechanics. Now, that investment is paying dividends at the highest level. As Boston prepares for their upcoming matchup against the Toronto Raptors, Walsh’s historic efficiency provides a terrifying new variable for opponents: a role player who simply does not miss. If Walsh can maintain even a fraction of this efficiency when the stars return, the Celtics' depth becomes even more lethal.
