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76ers Edge Celtics in Thrilling Season Opener

Philadelphia 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers1-0
117
Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics0-1
116

Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · TD Garden

Philadelphia 76ers 117, Boston Celtics 116, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics?

Philadelphia 76ers beat Boston Celtics 117-116 at TD Garden on October 22, 2025.

In a nail-biting finish, the Philadelphia 76ers secured a narrow victory over the Boston Celtics, winning 117-116 at TD Garden. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as the 76ers now lead the series 1-0. The game showcased the intensity and competitiveness expected from two of the NBA's storied franchises, setting the tone for what could be an exciting season ahead.

The Celtics entered the game with a home record of 0-1, having lost their previous outing. However, they boasted an impressive 8-2 record over their last ten games, with an average of 113.8 points scored and 102.6 points allowed. Their recent form included a two-game winning streak before this matchup, with their last five games yielding an average of 108.4 points scored and 96.6 points allowed. In contrast, the 76ers came into the game with a record of 1-0, having struggled recently with a 1-9 record over their last ten games. They averaged 107.0 points scored while allowing 117.5 points during that stretch, with their last five games showing an average of 109.6 points scored and 116.0 points allowed.

At home, the Celtics had a record of 4-1 in their last five games, while the 76ers struggled on the road, holding a 0-7 record in their last seven away games. The Celtics had also dominated their recent head-to-head meetings, winning three out of four matchups this season, including a decisive 123-105 victory over the 76ers on March 7, 2025. However, this game was a different story, with the 76ers managing to pull off a close win.

In terms of injuries, both teams had players listed as day-to-day. The Celtics' star player, Jayson Tatum, was dealing with a knee issue, while the 76ers' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was contending with a finger injury. Their statuses added an element of uncertainty to the matchup, impacting the teams' strategies and rotations.

The market had the Celtics as slight favorites, reflecting their strong home performance in recent times. However, the odds varied, with some providers indicating a competitive line, showcasing the uncertainty surrounding the matchup given the injury concerns and recent form of both teams.

The conditions at TD Garden were typical for an early season game, with a lively atmosphere as fans packed the arena to support their teams. The energy was palpable, and both squads fed off the crowd's enthusiasm, leading to a thrilling contest.

As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a series of dramatic scoring plays, particularly in the fourth quarter. Kelly Oubre Jr. hit a crucial three-pointer, giving the 76ers a slight edge late in the game. The back-and-forth nature of the final minutes kept fans on the edge of their seats, with key free throws from Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe contributing to the 76ers' lead. The Celtics fought back valiantly, with Payton Pritchard making a driving layup that brought the score to 117-116, but they ultimately fell short as time expired.

This game not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also set the stage for what promises to be an exciting season in the NBA. The 76ers will look to build on this victory, while the Celtics will aim to bounce back in their next outing.

Injury report

  • Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics
  • Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers

Leaders

  • PointsJaylen Brown25Boston Celtics
  • AssistsJaylen Brown4Boston Celtics
  • ReboundsNeemias Queta8Boston Celtics
  • PointsTyrese Maxey40Philadelphia 76ers
  • AssistsTyrese Maxey6Philadelphia 76ers
  • ReboundsDominick Barlow8Philadelphia 76ers

Recent form

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 8-2Streak W2113.8 scored · 102.6 allowed per game4-1 at home

  • W93-86vs Charlotte HornetsApr 13
  • W130-94vs Charlotte HornetsApr 11
  • L76-96at Orlando MagicApr 9
  • W119-117at New York KnicksApr 8
  • W124-90vs Washington WizardsApr 6
  • W123-103vs Phoenix SunsApr 4
  • L103-124vs Miami HeatApr 2
  • W117-103at Memphis GrizzliesMar 31
  • W121-111at San Antonio SpursMar 30
  • W132-102at Phoenix SunsMar 27

Philadelphia 76ers

Last 10: 1-9Streak L2107 scored · 117.5 allowed per game1-2 away

  • L102-122vs Chicago BullsApr 13
  • L110-124vs Atlanta HawksApr 11
  • W122-103at Washington WizardsApr 9
  • L105-117at Miami HeatApr 7
  • L109-114vs Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 5
  • L113-126vs Milwaukee BucksApr 3
  • L91-105at New York KnicksApr 1
  • L109-127vs Toronto RaptorsMar 30
  • L95-118vs Miami HeatMar 29
  • L114-119vs Washington WizardsMar 26

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Boston-26W2.68356
New York329L1.64653
Toronto1036W1.56146
Philadelphia1137W2.54945
Brooklyn3662L3.24420

Box score

StatPhiladelphia 76ersBoston Celtics
Field goals39-8541-91
Field goal %4645
Three-pointers16-4111-43
Three-point %3926
Free throws23-3023-26
Free throw %7788
Rebounds4042
Offensive rebounds1010
Defensive rebounds3032
Assists2316
Steals37
Blocks44
Turnovers1411
Team turnovers0-2
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1417
Fast-break points2116
Points in the paint3648
Fouls2328
Largest lead813

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter75-85Payton Pritchard makes 13-foot two point shot
  2. 3rd Quarter75-86Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
  3. 4th Quarter75-88Jaylen Brown makes 20-foot jumper (Sam Hauser assists)
  4. 4th Quarter78-88Tyrese Maxey makes 29-foot three point jumper (Joel Embiid assists)
  5. 4th Quarter78-90Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
  6. 4th Quarter81-90Tyrese Maxey makes 25-foot three point jumper
  7. 4th Quarter84-90Tyrese Maxey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quentin Grimes assists)
  8. 4th Quarter84-92Jaylen Brown makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
  9. 4th Quarter84-94Anfernee Simons makes driving dunk
  10. 4th Quarter87-94VJ Edgecombe makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dominick Barlow assists)
  11. 4th Quarter90-94Quentin Grimes makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dominick Barlow assists)
  12. 4th Quarter92-94VJ Edgecombe makes two point shot
  13. 4th Quarter92-95Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
  14. 4th Quarter92-96Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
  15. 4th Quarter94-96Tyrese Maxey makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
  16. 4th Quarter94-99Derrick White makes 26-foot three pointer
  17. 4th Quarter94-101Neemias Queta makes dunk (Derrick White assists)
  18. 4th Quarter96-101VJ Edgecombe makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
  19. 4th Quarter96-102Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
  20. 4th Quarter96-103Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
  21. 4th Quarter98-103Jabari Walker makes two point shot
  22. 4th Quarter98-105Neemias Queta makes 3-foot layup (Anfernee Simons assists)
  23. 4th Quarter100-105Dominick Barlow makes dunk
  24. 4th Quarter100-107Neemias Queta makes 1-foot dunk (Jaylen Brown assists)
  25. 4th Quarter100-109Neemias Queta makes alley oop layup (Derrick White assists)
  26. 4th Quarter103-109Quentin Grimes makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Maxey assists)
  27. 4th Quarter105-109Dominick Barlow makes driving layup (Quentin Grimes assists)
  28. 4th Quarter106-109Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  29. 4th Quarter107-109Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 4th Quarter107-111Jaylen Brown makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
  31. 4th Quarter108-111Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 2
  32. 4th Quarter109-111Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter112-111Kelly Oubre Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Maxey assists)
  34. 4th Quarter113-111Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter114-111Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter115-111Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
  37. 4th Quarter115-114Payton Pritchard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Xavier Tillman assists)
  38. 4th Quarter116-114VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 2
  39. 4th Quarter117-114VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter117-116Payton Pritchard makes driving layup

Win probability

Above the line favours Boston Celtics, below favours Philadelphia 76ers.

Venue

  • TD GardenBoston, MA
  • Attendance19156
  • OfficialsScott Foster, Rodney Mott, Michael Smith

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