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The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics 109-100 in a historic Game 7 road victory, ending a 44-year playoff curse and completing the first 3-1 comeback in franchise history. Star center Joel Embiid dominated just one week after emergency appendix surgery, proving doubters wrong in the most dramatic way possible.
After leading the 76ers back from a 3-1 deficit to beat the Celtics, Joel Embiid made an emotional plea to Philadelphia fans: keep your playoff tickets and pack the arena. The NBA star even offered to help anyone struggling financially rather than see them sell to rival Knicks fans.
The Philadelphia 76ers just did something only 13 other NBA teams have ever accomplished: they came back from a 3-1 playoff deficit to win the series. Their Game 7 victory in Boston ended a 44-year curse against the Celtics and sent them to Round 2.
Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe is putting his teammate's health first as Joel Embiid recovers from emergency appendectomy surgery. His mature perspective reminds us that some wins matter more than points on a scoreboard.
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid has started his comeback journey, beginning strength training just weeks after emergency appendix surgery. The seven-time All-Star is working with team trainers in Philadelphia as he recovers.
Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey delivered on a promise he made nearly a year ago, scoring 31 points to secure his team's playoff spot. He did it with emotional support from injured teammate Joel Embiid, who surprised everyone by showing up just before game time.