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Tatum Outplays Brown as Celtics Dominate Sixers
11 Nov
Summary
- Jayson Tatum outperformed former teammate Jaylen Brown.
- Paul George scored 36 points in his return to Philadelphia.
- Joel Embiid suffered an injury scare during the game.
Jayson Tatum scored 21 points, eclipsing his former Boston teammate Jaylen Brown in a notable individual matchup. Brown, now with the 76ers, struggled with early foul trouble, limiting his impact in his first game against his old team since the 2024 NBA Finals MVP trade.
Paul George delivered a stellar performance in his return to Philadelphia, pouring in 36 points, including six three-pointers. His contributions were crucial in extending the Celtics' lead and securing their ninth victory in ten games.
The game also saw a concerning moment for the Sixers when Joel Embiid landed awkwardly on a missed layup attempt, causing him to fall to the court. Although he finished the game, the incident highlighted ongoing worries about his injury history.
Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 24 points in the contest.
