Oct 23, 2025 • TD Garden, Boston
By SportBuzzHub
The Philadelphia 76ers rallied to beat the Boston Celtics 117–116 in a dramatic season-opening clash at TD Garden Wednesday night. Tyrese Maxey led the way with a game-high 40 points, while rookie V.J. Edgecombe erupted for 34 points in his NBA debut — a performance that helped fuel Philadelphia’s fourth-quarter comeback.
Quick hits — game facts
- Final score: 76ers 117, Celtics 116.
- Top performers: Maxey (40), Edgecombe (34), Jaylen Brown (25), Derrick White (25).
- Attendance: Approx. 19,000 at TD Garden (per official box score).
How the game unfolded
Boston surged in the third quarter and looked in control, building a double-digit lead. However, the 76ers responded in the fourth with tenacious defense and high-volume shooting. Maxey nailed multiple clutch threes, Edgecombe attacked without hesitation, and Kelly Oubre drilled the decisive go-ahead three with roughly 1:16 to play. Boston had its chances but couldn’t close it out.
Notable stats & context
- Maxey shot 7-of-9 from three-point range and was the driving force when it counted most.
- Edgecombe became one of the highest-scoring rookies in NBA history with his debut 34-point outing.
- Joel Embiid logged limited minutes as he continues to manage his knee workload following offseason surgery — he registered modest stats and did not play the full game.
What this means
The comeback win gives the Sixers momentum and highlights their increasing depth and backcourt firepower. For the Celtics, the narrow loss raises questions about late-game execution and how the roster will adjust in the early part of the season.
Next up: Philadelphia travels to its next matchup while Boston remains home to regroup. Both clubs will adjust rotations and monitor veteran minutes as they tread the balance between health and competitive urgency.
