Celtics set to face 76ers on Christmas Day after trade and signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 4:53 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Boston Celtics are expected to play the Philadelphia 76ers on Christmas Day, following recent major moves. LeBron James signed with the 76ers, joining a roster that now includes Paul George, acquired from the Celtics in a trade that sent Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia. The anticipated matchup is reinforced by the teams' historic rivalry and their blockbuster summer trade, making this game a highlight of the NBA's holiday schedule. The NBA has not yet officially announced the matchup, but sources indicate it is likely to happen.
- •Celtics and 76ers expected to meet on Christmas Day
- •LeBron James joins the 76ers in a recent signing
- •Jaylen Brown traded to the 76ers for Paul George
- •Both teams have strong narratives heading into the season
- •No official announcement from the NBA yet
- 4:53 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics' Christmas Day Game Can Now Be Set in Stone
"Boston has a clear and obvious opponent for the NBA's big holiday.
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