A tense second‑half showdown unfolded at the Wells Fargo Center as the Boston Celtics edged the 76ers in a tight 95‑92 finish. The game’s rhythm shifted with a 3‑point burst from Derrick White, assisted by Jayson Tatum, tipping the balance in Boston’s favor after a late drive that mattered.

Mid‑game, the Celtics tightened their defense, forcing a turnover from Queta on a critical offensive foul. White’s two‑pointer and Tatum’s defensive rebound kept the margin narrow, while Maxey’s missed three‑point attempt left Boston trailing 63‑62 at the 3:42 mark in the second quarter as the score tightened further.

With just 3:34 remaining, a timeout called by Boston’s coach aimed to regroup. The Celtics’ bench contributed, but a 25‑foot pull‑up by Maxey failed to change the score, leaving the 76ers just one point behind as the clock wound down in the final minute of the game the.

Game leaders reflected a close contest: Tatum topped with 28 points, White added 22, while Queta recorded three turnovers. The result keeps the Celtics in a tight playoff race, whereas the 76ers face a tougher path as they chase a final playoff spot in the coming season the.