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76ers Down Celtics 111-97, Maxey 30, Embiid Recovering

4/24/2026

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The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Boston Celtics 111-97 in Game 2 of the series.
Joel Embiid, who had an emergency appendectomy on April 9, joined limited practice Thursday and wants to play, though no timeline was set.
Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points and VJ Edgecombe added 29 as the 76ers secured the win.

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Story summary

The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Boston Celtics 111-97 in Game 2 of the series.
Joel Embiid, who had an emergency appendectomy on April 9, joined limited practice Thursday and wants to play, though no timeline was set.
Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points and VJ Edgecombe added 29 as the 76ers secured the win.