The Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics game will be played at Wells Fargo Center on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM ET. The 76ers are the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference with a record of 19-28. Their four-game winning streak ended when they lost against the Denver Nuggets 134-137 in their most recent game.
The Celtics, meanwhile, are the second seed in the East with a record of 34-15. They are on a two-game winning streak, most recently defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 118-116. The 76ers and Celtics faced off earlier this season on December 25, and the 76ers won 118-114. In their 468 regular-season games, the 76ers have won 198 times, and the Celtics have won 270.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics: Prediction
The 76ers have faced some challenges this season, particularly in scoring and rebounding. They average 109.0 points per game, which ranks 25th in the league, and allow 112.6 points, sitting 14th defensively. Rebounding has been a weak spot, as they rank last with just 38.8 rebounds per game while giving up 43.9 to opponents, which ranks 14th. When it comes to three-point shooting, they make 12.8 per game (18th) but shoot just 35.1%, ranking 20th in the league.
On the other hand, the Celtics have been much more effective on both sides of the court. They’re fifth in the league in scoring, averaging 117.3 points per game, and also fifth defensively, giving up just 108.4 points. Their rebounding is solid, with 44.8 boards per game, ranking 11th, and they allow 44.6 rebounds, which ranks 20th. The Celtics are also a major threat from three, making 17.7 per game, the most in the league, and shooting 36.5%, which ranks 12th.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Philadelphia 76ers
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- PG Tyrese Maxey
- SG Kelly Oubre Jr.
- SF Justin Edwards
- PF Guerschon Yabusele
- C Adem Bona
Boston Celtics
- PG Derrick White
- SG Jrue Holiday
- SF Jaylen Brown
- PF Jayson Tatum
- C Kristaps Porzingis
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics: Injuries Update
The 76ers have quite a few players dealing with injuries. Jared McCain is out for the season due to a meniscus injury. Paul George, Joel Embiid, Caleb Martin, Andre Drummond, and Kenyon Martin are all listed as day-to-day. George is dealing with an illness, Embiid has a knee issue, Martin is struggling with a hip problem, Drummond is dealing with a toe injury, and Kenyon Martin is managing a foot injury.
The Celtics, in comparison, don’t have anyone on the injury report, and they will be heading into the game at full strength.
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