What happened: The Boston Celtics lead the Philadelphia 76ers 62-51 with the game in progress. Paul George leads all scorers with 17 points, adding 4 rebounds and 1 assist.
Why it matters: The matchup features the Eastern Conference's top two seeds, with Philadelphia holding the No. 1 spot at 9-2 and Boston sitting second at 8-2. George entered the game averaging 20.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game in 2026-27 through 9 games.
By the numbers: George has recorded 20.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game in 2026-27 through 9 games, while posting 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist in the ongoing contest.
What to watch: Play continues in Philadelphia as the 76ers look to erase Boston's lead.