Celtics Shockingly On Verge Of Another Epic Postseason Collapse
The Boston Celtics are on the brink of a surprising first-round playoff exit after blowing a 13-point lead in Game 5 against the Philadelphia 76ers and losing Game 6, potentially without Jayson Tatum due to injury. Despite entering the series as favorites, the Celtics have struggled down the stretch, missing 16 straight field goals in the decisive Game 5. This potential early exit adds to a growing history of postseason collapses for the team under coach Joe Mazzulla.
- ▪The Boston Celtics lost Game 5 to the Philadelphia 76ers after missing 16 straight field goals in the fourth quarter.
- ▪Jayson Tatum left Game 6 with a leg injury, putting his availability for Game 7 in doubt.
- ▪The 76ers have won the last two games in Boston and now hold momentum heading into Game 7.
- ▪A first-round exit would be the Celtics' earliest postseason elimination since 2021.
- ▪The Celtics previously suffered notable playoff collapses in 2022, 2023, and 2025.
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