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Celtics overwhelm 76ers in preseason but face lineup decisions

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Celtics overwhelm 76ers in preseason but face lineup decisions
Summary

The Boston Celtics secured a 144-106 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on October 14 during the preseason. Jayson Tatum led with 23 points, while Payton Pritchard added 25 points and newly acquired Paul George contributed 13 points in his debut. Despite the strong offensive showing, head coach Joe Mazzulla faces challenges in maximizing contributions from multiple players. Boston will play the Charlotte Hornets on October 18, providing another chance to experiment with player combinations before the season opener against the Detroit Pistons on October 20.

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  • •Celtics scored 144 points in preseason win over 76ers.
  • •Payton Pritchard has a significant role after his contract extension.
  • •Boston will face the Charlotte Hornets next on October 18.
  • •Opening night against the Detroit Pistons is scheduled for October 20.
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  • 11:09 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics Have a Fascinating New Problem After Explosive Preseason Performance
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Boston's new-look roster produced 144 points against Philadelphia, but Joe Mazzulla still has important decisions to make before opening night.

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