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Queta Career Night Powers Celtics to 40th Win

Neemias Queta delivered a career-best performance with 27 points and 17 rebounds, powering the Boston Celtics to their 40th win of the season against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Portuguese center Neemias Queta was in a league of his own during Sunday's victory, shooting 10-for-14 from the floor while adding three blocks and zero turnovers in 27 minutes. His 17 rebounds included 10 offensive boards as he outworked Philadelphia's big men. Jaylen Brown, who also scored 27 points, called Queta's performance the best of his career. The Celtics improved to 40-20 on the season, winners of five of their last six games. Derrick White contributed 21 points in the victory.