Boston is trying to balance a good spot in the playoffs with resting its stars.

Derrick White, Grant Williams and Payton Pritchard broke out of shooting slumps in Sunday’s victory over Washington.

Boston beats Washington 144-102 to win for the 13th time in 16 games.

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum each surpass 30 points in a 128-123 win over Indiana.

Vaccination is a requirement to play in Canada, and Al Horford will be available if Boston plays Toronto in the playoffs. Jaylen Brown’s status is not as clear.

The Celtics center is expected to miss the first round of the playoffs, but might be ready if Boston makes it to the second round.

Miami extends its lead to 1 1/2 games over the Bucks and two games over the Celtics and 76ers with a 106-98 win in Boston.

Boston was 18-21 after a Jan. 6 loss to New York, but has gone 29-8 since and are contenders in the East.

Boston – without four players including Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown – falls in Toronto to end its road winning streak at five.

Williams has a torn meniscus and could be out 6 to 8 weeks.