Celtics overpower 76ers 124-104, secure eighth win in nine games

The Boston Celtics dominated the Philadelphia 76ers with a 124-104 victory, showcasing their strong performance after the All-Star break. Payton Pritchard led the Celtics with 28 points, including eight 3-pointers, while Jayson Tatum recorded his fourth career triple-double with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. Jaylen Brown contributed 20 points, and the team collectively hit 24 three-pointers, maintaining their status as league leaders in 3-point attempts. The win marked the Celtics' eighth victory in nine games, improving their record to 40-16. In contrast, the 76ers suffered their sixth consecutive loss, leaving them with a disappointing season record of 20-35. Despite having all their top stars available, the Sixers struggled, with Joel Embiid scoring only 15 points on 3-of-9 shooting.