Celtics Set Franchise Record at 19

The Boston Celtics defeat the 76ers to improve their streak to 19, setting the franchise record.

The Celtics have gotten off to one of the fastest starts in NBA history, in fact, they have just set their franchise record with 19 wins in a row. The Celtics defeated the 76ers, 110-91 on Tuesday night. The Celtics improved to 27-2, the best start for a 2 loss team in NBA history. The Celtics have their sights set on getting back-to-back NBA Championships.

Against the Sixers, the Celtics were led by Kevin Garnett and Rajon Rondo, who both put up 18 points. Kendrick Perkins chipped in with 8 points, and brought in 11 boards. Ray Allen had a solid night, putting up 16 points. Off the bench, Eddie House and Leon Powe combined for 28 points and 8 rebounds. The 76ers got 14 from Andre Iguodala and Andre Miller, while rookie Mareese Speights put up 18 points along with Lou Williams' 18. Samuel Dalembert continued to bring in the boards, finishing with 13 rebounds. The 76ers couldn't avoid turnovers, as the Celtics scored 27 points off their mistakes.