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Sixers Edge Celtics 113-97, Force Game 7

4/30/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Philadelphia beat Boston 113-97 in Game 5, narrowing series to 3-2.
Joel Embiid scored 33 points on 12-of-23 shooting and recorded eight assists.
Tyrese Maxey added 25 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.
Boston managed only 11 points in the fourth quarter, missed its last 14 shots, and Jayson Tatum posted 24 points, 16 rebounds.
The win sets up Game 6 at Xfinity Mobile Arena, allowing Philadelphia to force a Game 7.

History

Historical Context

After the 76ers ended Boston’s eight-year championship run by defeating the Celtics in the 1967 Eastern Finals, the rivalry has produced 22 playoff series, with Boston winning 15. Frequent matchups—including 1985, 2002, 2012, 2018 and 2023—keep the rivalry alive, and the 2024 Game 5 continues that legacy as Philadelphia forces a decisive Game 6.

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Story summary

Philadelphia beat Boston 113-97 in Game 5, narrowing series to 3-2.
Joel Embiid scored 33 points on 12-of-23 shooting and recorded eight assists.
Tyrese Maxey added 25 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.
Boston managed only 11 points in the fourth quarter, missed its last 14 shots, and Jayson Tatum posted 24 points, 16 rebounds.
The win sets up Game 6 at Xfinity Mobile Arena, allowing Philadelphia to force a Game 7.

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