Celtics Extend Winning Streak with Dominant Victory Over Struggling 76ers

2025-03-02

The Boston Celtics secured a decisive 124-104 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night at the Wells Fargo Center, extending their winning streak to four games. The Celtics, now 40-16 and second in the Eastern Conference, dominated with six players scoring in double figures, including Al Horford, who contributed 11 points and four rebounds off the bench. The 76ers, struggling with a 20-35 record and an eight-game losing streak, faced boos from their home crowd as their season continues to spiral.

Horford, who played for the 76ers during the 2019-20 season, received a particularly hostile reception from Philadelphia fans. Despite the jeers, Horford embraced the atmosphere, stating, “It’s great. It’s fun. I like it. They care enough to boo. It’s good to be cared for.” The veteran center has been a key contributor for the Celtics, who have won eight of their last nine games.

The 76ers, missing key players like Eric Gordon and Kyle Lowry due to injuries, struggled to keep pace with Boston’s balanced attack. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the Celtics, with Tatum averaging 27 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 5.6 assists this season. Meanwhile, the 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, despite their individual efforts, couldn’t overcome the team’s overall struggles. Embiid, who has been dealing with injuries, finished the game with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists.

The Celtics will look to continue their strong form as they host the New York Knicks on Sunday, while the 76ers aim to snap their losing streak against the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday. With the playoffs approaching, Boston remains a top contender in the East, while Philadelphia’s season appears to be slipping away.

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