The next chapter in the Sixers/Celtics rivalry unfolded tonight as the Sixers made the trip up to Boston. Former Celtic, now Sixer, Al Horford missed his much anticipated return due to a knee injury. Without Horford, the Sixers still had plenty of motivation as the bad blood between these two teams flows strong enough to make this rivalry like few others in the modern day NBA.
The Sixers, who struggle on the road, had their work cut out for them as the Celtics came in with a 10-0 record at home.
First Quarter
Right from the jump the Sixers had struggles defending Kemba Walker.