Boston Celtics defeat Minnesota Timberwolves, 92-90

Someone finally solved the Celtics' defensive puzzle. The Minnesota Timberwolves shot 52 percent from the field -- the first Celtic opponent to better 42 percent this season -- but it wasn't enough as the Celtics took a 92-90 victory.

In the end, though, Celtic defending paid off as the team improved to 6-0.

Minnesota had a final possession after calling a timeout with 10.2 seconds remaining. But Rajon Rondo pressured Jonny Flynn, then committed a foul with 6.6 secon...