Here’s what Dejounte Murray said after the shot heard ‘round the NBA Thursday to defeat the Celtics 123-122 in overtime.

“It’s in me. I’m just built for these moments. I’m just a confident guy.”

Now here’s the shot -- the final two points of his career-high 44 against the team with the NBA’s best record.

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