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Boston couldn't complete a Christmas Day comeback at TD Garden.

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Brian Scalabrine and Eddie House offer instant reaction and analysis following the Boston Celtics’ 118-114 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Christmas Day, Boston’s third loss in their last four games.

What to Know

  • The Celtics have lost back-to-back games for the first time all season.
  • Jayson Tatum was the Celtics' best player with 32 points and 15 rebounds.
  • Caleb Martin scored a season-high 23 points and hit 7-of-9 attempts from 3-point range.
  • Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 32 points and 12 assists. 
  • The Celtics will be back in action against the Pacers on Friday and Sunday at TD Garden.

The Boston Celtics' defense let them down in their Christmas Day loss to the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden.

This game was tied 82-82 after three quarters, and then the Sixers opened the fourth quarter with an 18-4 run. The Celtics were able to trim that lead to three points with 2:27 remaining, but they couldn't finish the comeback as Philly escaped with a 118-114 victory.

Check out our live blog below for a complete recap of the game.

December 25, 2024 7:08 pm

Caleb Martin is on fire

December 25, 2024 6:58 pm

Sixers retake lead after 8-0 run

December 25, 2024 6:50 pm

End of third quarter

December 25, 2024 6:43 pm

Celtics regain lead

December 25, 2024 6:37 pm

Jaylen Brown heating up

December 25, 2024 6:32 pm

Kristaps Porzingis doubtful to return

December 25, 2024 6:13 pm

Halftime

December 25, 2024 6:05 pm

Jayson Tatum is heating up

December 25, 2024 5:54 pm

Sixers on 17-2 run

December 25, 2024 5:43 pm

Celtics red-hot from 3-point range

December 25, 2024 5:37 pm

End of first quarter

December 25, 2024 5:24 pm

Tyrese Maxey leading Sixers offense

December 25, 2024 5:16 pm

Porzingis looks OK after slipping

December 25, 2024 5:09 pm

Joel Embiid will start

December 25, 2024 4:52 pm

Starting lineups

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