Philadelphia, PA – The Boston Celtics continue their strong preseason showing, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers for the second time in just four days with a final score of 112-101. Payton Pritchard, who has been on a scoring streak, led the Celtics with an impressive 17-point performance.
The Celtics began the game with a well-rounded effort, with Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White each contributing 11 points in the first half. Pritchard added 10 points to the mix, allowing Boston to establish a 67-59 lead at the half. Porzingis notably scored five of Boston’s opening seven points, setting the tone for the team.
Pritchard continued his hot streak, logging 24 minutes of playing time. He displayed his scoring prowess, going 7 of 15 from the field, including 3 of 9 from beyond the arc. Additionally, Derrick White, who led the league in blocks by a guard last season, made his presence felt with three blocks in the first half.
On the Sixers’ side, newcomer Kelly Oubre Jr. delivered an impressive performance, scoring 18 points, including four three-pointers. Tyrese Maxey also had a strong showing, adding 17 points to the Sixers’ efforts. Notably, the star duo of Joel Embiid and James Harden did not take the court for Philadelphia.
The game was marked by several momentum-shifting moments. Kelly Oubre Jr. made a critical corner three-pointer, giving Philadelphia a 28-25 lead following a 10-0 run. He finished the first half with 16 points after making all five of his shots, including four three-pointers. An alley-oop dunk along the baseline from Oubre contributed to an 8-0 run that tied the game at 72-all early in the third quarter.
Payton Pritchard’s remarkable 17-point performance in this preseason game continues his impressive scoring streak. Previously, he recorded 21 points in a 114-107 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday and played a pivotal role in a 114-106 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers at the beginning of the preseason on Sunday.
The Boston Celtics’ preseason dominance has fans excited for the upcoming NBA season, and Payton Pritchard’s consistent scoring has been a highlight of their performances. The Celtics are looking forward to a successful season ahead, building on their strong preseason showings.
