Paul George scored 17 points to lead the 76ers. Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. had 16 apiece. The Sixers have lost six straight and eight of nine, falling a season-worst 15 games under .500.

As the Philadelphia 76ers approached their Thursday night return to action against the Boston Celtics, the head coach, Nick Nurse, made it clear that the new ad

The Celtics look to be rested and perhaps rejuvenated, and poised to pick back up with the full head of steam they had going for them heading into the break. The Sixers are still