Battle of the Titans: Philadelphia 76ers Take on the Boston Celtics in High-Stakes Showdown

Two NBA teams exhibiting strong performances in 3-point shooting will clash on Sunday as the Philadelphia 76ers travel to face the Boston Celtics.

In their recent game, the Celtics showcased impressive accuracy from beyond the arc, making 22 of 34 3-point attempts (64.7%) in a commanding 148-111 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Nikola Vucevic, who has been in top form since joining the Celtics from Chicago, contributed significantly by sinking all three of his 3-point shots and finishing with 28 points and 11 rebounds off the bench.

Boston’s head coach, Joe Mazzulla, praised Vucevic’s performance, highlighting his effectiveness in creating scoring opportunities. The Celtics have shown a 6-2 record since acquiring Vucevic, with key players like Jaylen Brown emphasizing the importance of continuing to integrate Vucevic’s strengths into the team’s strategy.

Meanwhile, in Philadelphia’s recent 124-117 win against Miami, Tyrese Maxey set a franchise record for made 3-pointers, surpassing Allen Iverson. Maxey’s achievement of 887 made 3-point field goals in 375 games was acknowledged as a significant milestone by the young player, who credited his coaches, organization, and teammates for supporting his growth.

The 76ers, on a three-game winning streak, will face the Celtics without center Joel Embiid, who suffered a right oblique strain and will miss at least three games. Despite this setback, Philadelphia’s sharpshooting, including contributions from players like Kelly Oubre Jr. and Quentin Grimes, has been instrumental in their recent successes.

As the two Eastern Conference teams prepare to meet for the fourth time this season, the Celtics hold a higher standing at second place, while the 76ers rank sixth. With both teams showcasing strong offensive capabilities and a desire for victory, Sunday’s game is set to be an exciting showdown between two talented squads.

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Article written on 01/03/2026 17:45. Source: NBA.com

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