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The Boston Celtics are hosting the Los Angeles Lakers for the first of two meetings between the hated rivals on Friday, Dec. 5.
Coby White (22 points, 6-14 FG, 9-12 FT) led Chicago in scoring on a night when Josh Giddey and Nikola Vucevic combined for just 17 points on 5-for-16 shooting. Chicago committed 18 turnovers in a 120-105 loss to the Pacers.
The red-hot Boston Celtics look to keep the good times rolling when they visit the Milwaukee Bucks, who are playing without Giannis Antetokounmpo, on Thursday night.
Tonight’s Celtics vs. 76ers game will not air on traditional cable as it is exclusive to the Prime Video streaming service. NBA on Prime, including Celtics vs. 76ers, is streaming exclusively on Prime Video, so you’ll need an Amazon Prime subscription to watch the game.
The Celtics won their fifth straight game when they beat the Raptors on Sunday. But that momentum and buzz was halted as the C’s play just two games over an 11-day stretch, leading to fans wondering why the schedule shook up that way.
Williams needs to miss at least one game due to a hairline fracture in his hand. It's unclear how much time he'll be sidelined with the injury, but it's possible the two-way player will be held out through the conclusion of the G League's Tip-Off Tournament, which concludes with the Maine Celtics ' matchup Sunday against the Raptors 905.
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Live updates: Celtics look to stay hot vs. Wizards in DC
What to Know Coverage begins at 6 p.m. ET on NBC Sports Boston with Celtics Pregame Live. Jaylen Brown (illness) ruled out for Boston. Wizards own worst record in Eastern Conference (3-17). Celtics (12-9) have won seven of their last 10 games.