Joel Embiid's big night, Boston's missed 3s help 76ers complete 3-1 comeback, take series

Key Points:

• Joel Embiid led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 109-100 win over the Boston Celtics in Game 7, scoring 34 points with 16 in the paint and grabbing 12 rebounds, marking the 76ers' first comeback from a 3-1 series deficit in franchise history.
• Tyrese Maxey contributed significantly with 30 points, including eight straight in the clutch, while the Celtics struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 26.5% overall and 0-for-9 in the final five minutes.
• The Celtics played without star Jayson Tatum due to left leg stiffness, impacting their performance, and despite a second-quarter surge led by Derrick White, Boston couldn't overcome Philadelphia's dominance, especially Embiid's control in the post.
• Boston coach Joe Mazzulla's dramatic lineup changes failed to spark a win, and the Celtics became the first NBA playoff team to have three starters go scoreless in a game; Philadelphia now advances to face a rested New York Knicks team.
• Embiid played through a sore knee in the final minutes, overcoming his previous 0-for-3 record in Game 7s, while the Celtics' reliance on 3-pointers and inability to convert clutch shots ultimately cost them the game.