The Boston Celtics' big three all had big nights against the New Jersey Nets.

In the end, it was the Celtics' reserves that came up big in the fourth quarter in Boston's 86-77 win, the 30th of the season for the NBA's top team.

"We got down on the road, and our starters needed some rest," Celtics Coach Doc Rivers said. "The bench was able to dig it out and get us the win. They were huge for us. Every game, we try to get our big guys rest because its a long season and we're trying to give the bench more confidence."

Kevin Garnett had 20 points and 11 rebounds; Paul Pierce added 18 points; and Ray Allen scored 16 as Boston (30-4) matched the 1959-60 champion Celtics for the best start in franchise history.