76ers vs. Celtics Game 7: Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid and the unpredictable series
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics 106-93 in Game 6, forcing a decisive Game 7 after the Celtics squandered a 3-1 series lead. Jayson Tatum played through left calf discomfort, raising concerns ahead of the final game. The Celtics struggled offensively and defensively, while the 76ers capitalized on their momentum to extend the series.
- ▪The Philadelphia 76ers won Game 6 against the Boston Celtics with a score of 106-93.
- ▪Jayson Tatum exited Game 6 with left calf discomfort but is expected to play in Game 7.
- ▪The Celtics have never lost a first-round series when leading 3-1 with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown as a tandem.
- ▪Boston struggled with 3-point shooting, turnovers, and defensive rebounding in Game 6.
- ▪Game 7 will take place in Boston, marking a rare high-stakes home playoff game for the Celtics.
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