What do these games tell us about this version of the Celtics, if anything? Is it still too soon to say much about Boston in the season ahead?

Boston will get a chance to rectify one of those early losses with a Friday trip to Philadelphia, in which the Celtics will take on the 76ers in the opening round of the NBA Cup. As in previous years, NBA Cup games will count toward teams’ regular-season records with four teams from each conference advancing to a knockout tournament.

The NBA is treating fans to eight spook-tacular games on Halloween night. As for the treats, we’ve got some for you with our NBA same-game parlays and picks. Expecting chocolate? Win one of these SGPs and go buy a bag tomorrow when the candy is half off.

The 76ers will be down a pair of rotation players as they face the Celtics at 7 p.m. Friday from Philadelphia. Paul George (left knee surgery) and Jared McCain (right thumb surgery) are both out for Friday’s contest as they have yet to play this season.

The surprising Philadelphia 76ers lead their division ahead as play begins in the in-season NBA Cup tournament.

All 30 NBA clubs will compete in the round-robin, group-format NBA Cup, which should not be confused with the NBA Playoffs or NBA Finals.

The Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks are tied for the most 3-pointers made in a game. See which other teams join the list.

The Boston Celtics have gotten some positive injury news on Jaylen Brown ahead of their matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers.

Jayson Tatum explained that he continues to travel with the Celtics even though he is sidelined, as he wants to be a part of the team.

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