Instant observations: Sixers beat Celtics in Game 7 thriller behind Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid
PHLY Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey combined for 64 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a 109-100 Game 7 victory over the Boston Celtics, securing their first playoff series win against Boston since 1982.
- Embiid showcased poise and dominance in the post, exploiting mismatches and effectively handling Celtics' defensive strategies, while also contributing significantly on defense with key blocks and rim protection.
- Tyrese Maxey stepped up in the crucial moments of the fourth quarter, making decisive drives, drawing fouls, and securing important rebounds to close out the game and the series for Philadelphia.
- Role players had mixed performances, with VJ Edgecombe showing early promise and pushing the pace, but others like Kelly Oubre and Quentin Grimes struggled offensively, limiting their impact.
- The win advances the Sixers to the second round, where they will face the New York Knicks, marking a significant milestone for the team after years of playoff disappointments against the Celtics.
