Please add the caveat “It’s only preseason, but . . . ” to everything that follows in this recap. The kicked off another contending run with a preseason victory over the James Harden and Joel Embiid-less . Kristaps Porzingis instantly fit in, and he poured in an efficient 17 points on 71% shooting. Tyrese Maxey looks like he’s ready to make yet another leap this season, leading Philly tonight with 24 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists.
Payton Pritchard led all scorers with 26 points.
The Celtics came out of the gate immediately with Jayson Tatum (13 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists).