The Sixers' two top stars combined for 60 points and showed up in major moments, including Maxey's late layup and Embiid's clutch free throws.

Joel Embiid popped up from a pregame fall and scored 27 points with nine rebounds to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 118-114 victory over the Boston Celtics

Joel Embiid popped up from a pre-game fall and scored 27 points with nine rebounds, making 4 of 5 from 3-point range and sinking a pair of free throws with three seconds left to turn back Boston’s final rally and lead the 76ers to a 118-114 victory at TD Garden on Wednesday.

Here are the three biggest takeaways for the Philadelphia 76ers following a Christmas Day win over the Boston Celtics.

The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers renew their rivalry on Christmas Day, as Boston is set as a sizable favorite at home. Philadelphia is just 10-17 to st

Expectations were high coming into the season, and this month has offered evidence Philadelphia can still meet them.

For the first time in 2024-25, the Sixers faced off against the defending champion Boston Celtics on Wednesday evening — with the entire basketball world watching on Christmas Day. And while the Sixers had their very most critical players available,