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4 takeaways as Celtics beat 76ers as new trade addition erupts against former team

MassLive • November 11, 2026 • general

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Paul George led the Boston Celtics with a game-high 36 points, playing a pivotal role in their 123-101 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, marking Boston's fourth straight win and securing first place in the Eastern Conference.
The Celtics maintained control for much of the first half, building an 11-point lead at halftime, and extended their advantage with a decisive 29-6 run in the fourth quarter following a Joe Mazzulla timeout.
Jayson Tatum contributed 21 points, while Payton Pritchard added 18 points and five assists off the bench, highlighting the Celtics' strong bench performance that outscored Philadelphia’s reserves 24-12 in the first half.
Jaylen Brown had a subdued game, scoring just 13 points with a minus-27 rating, and was notably physical in guarding Tatum before leaving early due to foul trouble, signaling lingering tension between the former teammates.
Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 24 points, but Philadelphia was unable to overcome Boston’s balanced offense and bench depth in the loss at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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