76ers and Magic Secure Wins Over Celtics

The Philadelphia 76ers secured a 118-114 victory over the Boston Celtics on Christmas Day, thanks to standout performances from Tyrese Maxey, who scored 33 points, and Caleb Martin, who set a career-high with seven three-pointers. Joel Embiid contributed 27 points and nine rebounds despite an ankle injury scare, emphasizing the need for his continued health for the Sixers' success. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic defeated the Boston Celtics 108-104 in a separate game marked by the ejection of Goga Bitadze after an altercation with Kristaps Porzingis. Bitadze was ejected for grabbing Porzingis by the throat during the fourth quarter, significantly impacting the game's intensity.