Can the Philadelphia 76ers Overcome the Celtics at TD Garden?

As the Philadelphia 76ers gear up to face the Boston Celtics at TD Garden, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent trend of strong performances. The 76ers have shown a mix of resilience and offensive firepower in their past games, which could be pivotal in this upcoming clash.

The 76ers have been on a rollercoaster ride with a close loss against Miami Heat (104-109) followed by an impressive victory over Cleveland Cavaliers (123-121). Their ability to maintain a high scoring rate was evident as they posted over 100 points in both games. Despite falling short against Miami, they bounced back with determination, showcasing their depth and versatility against Cleveland.

One key aspect that has stood out is the team's efficiency from within the paint. In these two games alone, they've managed to score an average of around 60 percent from two-point range. This inside dominance is complemented by their ability to convert second-chance opportunities into points – something that could prove crucial against a defensively robust Celtics side.

However, turnovers and fouls have been areas of concern for Philadelphia. They've averaged double-digit turnovers in recent outings and will need to tighten up ball security to avoid giving away easy points through fast breaks or foul shots.

Defensively, while there's room for improvement given that both Miami and Cleveland were able to surpass the century mark in scoring against them, Philadelphia has shown glimpses of defensive prowess with steals and blocks contributing positively towards their defensive efforts.

As we look ahead to this matchup at TD Garden on February 28th at 7:30 PM Eastern Time – broadcasted nationally on TNT channel number 245 – fans should expect an intense battle where every possession counts. The venue's energetic atmosphere will undoubtedly play its part as both teams vie for supremacy on court. Will Philadelphia’s offense power through Boston’s defense? Only time will tell as we await tip-off with anticipation.