
The Boston Celtics defeated the visiting Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday night, grabbing a 106-99 victory against an important Eastern Conference foe. The Celtics now move to 39-16 on the season, with two more tilts against the Sixers remaining on the schedule.
Injuries played a major role in this one. Boston was without Marcus Smart, Al Horford, and Robert Williams III. To make things more difficult, Jaylen Brown left the game before the half after a collision with Jayson Tatum.