Paul George and Jayson Tatum combined for 57 points, and the Boston Celtics routed the Philadelphia 76ers 123-101 on Tuesday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
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The Celtics came out fast, taking the first quarter 30-23. They led by as many as 29 points. A 17-0 run in the third quarter proved decisive.
For Boston, Paul George finished with 36 points and five rebounds, Jayson Tatum added 21 points, six rebounds and four assists, while Payton Pritchard contributed 18 points, six rebounds and five assists off the bench.
For Philadelphia, Tyrese Maxey finished with 24 points and four assists, and Anfernee Simons added 17 points.
The Celtics moved to 9-2. The 76ers dropped to 9-3.
The Celtics are first in the Atlantic Division and have won four straight. Boston is 5-0 at home and 4-2 away from home. The 76ers sit second in the Atlantic Division. Philadelphia is 4-2 at home and 5-1 away from home.
The Celtics next visit the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 7:00 p.m. ET. The 76ers next host the Toronto Raptors on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7:00 p.m. ET.
