In the NBA regular season, the Celtics defeated the Wizards 136-107. After the game, Mazzula was interviewed.

Mazzula said that Walsh helped the team turn the game around. He said: "I think it was our defense that changed the game - but I also feel that he ignited the turning point of the game tonight because the way he played was so critical. This is due to him, always staying ready."

In this campaign, Walsh scored 7 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 steals.