The Boston Celtics delivered a statement performance against the Philadelphia 76ers, cruising to a convincing 123-101 victory behind an explosive offensive showing from Paul George and an impressive supporting cast. George was the undeniable headline, finishing with 36 points on 14-22 shooting while knocking down six three-pointers in a dominant display.
Jayson Tatum added 21 points, six rebounds, and four assists, while Payton Pritchard provided another major scoring punch off the bench with 18 points and five assists. Boston’s perimeter shooting was particularly impressive, converting 22 of 49 attempts from beyond the arc while shooting 50.5% overall.
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The Celtics also received outstanding contributions from Sam Hauser and Hugo Gonzalez, who combined for 22 points while shooting efficiently. Boston’s defense limited Philadelphia to just 41.8% shooting and forced eight turnovers, eventually building a comfortable advantage that never seriously came under threat.
Here are the Celtics player ratings from the impressive victory.
Paul George: A+
Game Stats: 36 PTS, 5 REB, 1 AST, 1 TOV, 14-22 FG, 6-11 3-PT FG, 2-2 FT, 30 MIN
George was absolutely sensational. He needed only 30 minutes to deliver 36 points, shooting an outstanding 64% from the field and making six three-pointers. His ability to score at all three levels was simply too much for Philadelphia to handle.
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The efficiency was particularly impressive considering his volume, and he committed just one turnover. This was the kind of offensive explosion that can completely change the complexion of a game.
Jayson Tatum: A
Game Stats: 21 PTS, 6 REB, 4 AST, 2 BLK, 3 TOV, 8-17 FG, 3-7 3-PT FG, 2-2 FT, 32 MIN
Tatum delivered a productive performance without needing to dominate the basketball. His 21 points complemented George’s scoring explosion, while six rebounds and four assists demonstrated his all-around impact.
Three turnovers and somewhat inconsistent shooting prevent this from being a flawless outing, but Tatum was effective in helping Boston maintain its offensive rhythm.
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Payton Pritchard: A
Game Stats: 18 PTS, 6 REB, 5 AST, 1 STL, 7-15 FG, 4-8 3-PT FG, 30 MIN
Pritchard was another major contributor to Boston’s offensive success. He scored 18 points, knocked down four three-pointers, and added five assists and six rebounds.
The best part of his performance was his decision-making. Zero turnovers in 30 minutes while handling significant offensive responsibilities made this an excellent showing.
Sam Hauser: B+
Game Stats: 12 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST, 4-6 FG, 4-6 3-PT FG, 18 MIN
Hauser was phenomenal from beyond the arc, converting four of his six three-point attempts in just 18 minutes. His shooting helped Boston stretch Philadelphia’s defense and capitalize on the attention George and Tatum attracted.
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Five rebounds and two assists added to an excellent overall contribution. Hauser’s +24 was another indication of how effectively he played.
Hugo Gonzalez: A-
Game Stats: 10 PTS, 2 REB, 2 AST, 3 STL, 1 BLK, 1 TOV, 4-6 FG, 2-4 3-PT FG, 19 MIN
Gonzalez was one of Boston’s most impressive contributors off the bench. He scored efficiently, knocked down two three-pointers, and recorded three steals and a block.
His defensive activity stood out just as much as his offense. A +17 in 19 minutes reflects the impact he made on both ends of the floor.
Neemias Queta: B
Game Stats: 4 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST, 1 TOV, 2-4 FG, 22 MIN
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Queta didn’t contribute much scoring, but his rebounding and passing were solid. Six boards and three assists in 22 minutes helped Boston maintain its advantage inside.
He also finished with a +16, reflecting his positive contribution to the team’s overall performance.
Derrick White: B
Game Stats: 5 PTS, 1 REB, 3 AST, 1 TOV, 2-6 FG, 1-4 3-PT FG, 22 MIN
White had a relatively quiet scoring night, but he continued to contribute as a facilitator. Three assists and a positive plus-minus helped offset his inconsistent shooting.
Boston didn’t need a major scoring performance from White with George and Tatum leading the offense.
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Jordan Walsh: B
Game Stats: 8 PTS, 2 REB, 2 AST, 1 STL, 3-7 FG, 1-5 3-PT FG, 1-1 FT, 19 MIN
Walsh provided some useful energy and defensive activity, recording a steal while contributing eight points. His shooting from beyond the arc wasn’t particularly efficient, but he made enough plays to remain productive.
Zero turnovers were another positive in a relatively limited role.
Mitchell Robinson: B
Game Stats: 2 PTS, 6 REB, 2 AST, 1 STL, 1 BLK, 1-5 FG, 17 MIN
Robinson struggled to convert around the basket, but his defensive contributions were more encouraging. Six rebounds, a steal, and a block gave Boston some useful interior activity.
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His four offensive rebounds were particularly valuable in creating additional possessions.
Luka Garza: C+
Game Stats: 2 PTS, 2 AST, 1-2 FG, 0-1 3-PT FG, 9 MIN
Garza had a quiet appearance, scoring two points while recording two assists. His limited minutes didn’t provide much opportunity to make a significant impact, but he avoided turnovers and helped keep the offense moving.
Baylor Scheierman: N/A
Game Stats: 1 REB, 1 TOV, 0-2 FG, 0-2 3-PT FG, 4 MIN
Scheierman struggled during his brief appearance, missing both field-goal attempts and committing a turnover. His limited playing time makes this a difficult performance to evaluate meaningfully.
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