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Celtics Fall 117-116 Against Philadelphia - Game Recap
Tyrese Maxey went off for 40 points and added 2 rebounds leading Philadelphia to a 117-116 win over Boston on Wednesday at TD Garden.
The 76ers were a +5.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 230.5.
VJ Edgecombe had 34 points for Philadelphia and Dominick Barlow chipped in with 13 points. Tyrese Maxey had 6 assists for the 76ers, while Dominick Barlow was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Celtics got a 25-point performance from Derrick White, who was supported by 25 points from Jaylen Brown. Derrick White had 4 assists in a losing cause for Boston, while Neemias Queta grabbed 8 rebounds.
Philadelphia led at halftime, 57-51.
Boston won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 42-40.
Philadelphia looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Hornets. The Celtics will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.