If the 76ers’ game against the defending champion Boston Celtics was a barometer of where they stand, the answer was clear after registering a 118-114 Christmas Day victory at TD Garden. The Sixers showed that they have the potential to be an elite team.

Celtics suffer their second consecutive loss, 118-114 to #76ers and are 6-5 in December. Team has some issues to address, especially defense and turnovers. Tatum 32, Brown 23,

The Boston Celtics reveal a questionable game plan against Philadelphia 76ers forward Caleb Martin on Christmas Day.

As the Philadelphia 76ers gear up for their return to the court on Monday night, the team added its All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey to the injury report. The Sixers

The Celtics ought to win, but if they don't improve defensive effort and connectivity on offense, the first consecutive losses in a year + could occur.

The Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers for a Christmas Day matchup. This is the first of 4 games between these two teams this season. They will meet twice in Philadelphia on February 2 and February 20 and they will face off for a second time in Boston on March 6.