76ers just received a Game 7 lifeline after shocking Celtics development

Key Points:

• The Philadelphia 76ers have tied their series against the Boston Celtics 3-3, forcing a decisive Game 7, but the Celtics face a significant setback as All-Star forward Jayson Tatum suffered a calf injury that may sideline him.
• Tatum left Game 6 in the third quarter due to calf discomfort and did not return, casting doubt on his availability for the critical Game 7, though Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla remains cautiously optimistic about his status.
• The 76ers, buoyed by recent momentum, are favored to win the series, especially if Tatum is limited or unable to play, as his injury hampers Boston's offensive initiation and overall effectiveness.
• Boston is likely to exercise caution with Tatum's calf injury given his recent recovery from an Achilles tear, but even if he plays, Philadelphia's strong defense and strategic targeting of Tatum could exploit his compromised condition.
• Despite the uncertainty, the 76ers hold the advantage going into Game 7, but success depends on maintaining their performance level, as failure to do so could negate the Celtics' injury woes regardless of Tatum's participation.