Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey Make NBA History in 76ers’ Win Over Celtics
Summary
The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Boston Celtics 109-100 in Game 7 to advance to the second round of the NBA playoffs. Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey each had strong performances, making NBA history as the first teammates to score at least 30 points, grab 10 rebounds, and make five assists in a Game 7.Key Facts
- The 76ers overcame a 3-1 series deficit to win Game 7 against the Celtics.
- Joel Embiid scored 34 points, had 12 rebounds, and 6 assists in the game.
- Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points, had 11 rebounds, and 7 assists.
- This was the first time in NBA history that two teammates each had at least 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists in a Game 7.
- Embiid missed the first three games due to an appendectomy but returned to help the team win three straight games.
- The Celtics had never lost a series when leading 3-1 before this defeat.
- Rookie VJ Edgecombe also contributed significantly with 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists.
- The 76ers will face the New York Knicks in the second round starting Monday at Madison Square Garden.
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