Joel Embiid shook off a pregame fall to deliver 27 points and nine rebounds, sinking 4-of-5 from three-point range and clutch free throws with 3 seconds remaining to secure the Philadelphia 76ers’ 118-114 win over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday.
Joel Embiid did an outstanding performance to deliver a total of 27 points, including nine rebounds, 4-of-5 from three-point range, and clutch free throws with just three seconds to go to earn the Philadelphia 76ers’ 118-114 victory on Wednesday against the Boston Celtics.
Tyrese Maxey was one of those who contributed to the Sixers victory after giving 12 assists and 3 points and scoring 13 points in the fourth quarter. Maxey’s quick layup with 1.1 seconds on the shot clock that extended the Philadelphia 76ers’ win to seven with just a minute to go. Caleb Martin contributed a total of 23 points, shooting a noteworthy 7-of-8 from beyond the arc.
Jayson Tatum also contributed a total of 32 points and 15 rebounds for Boston, while Derrick White added 21 points and Jaylen Brown contributed 23 points.
The Celtics were all over displaying the Christmas holiday spirit by matching red socks and leggings with their normal green jerseys.
Kristaps Porzingis, who plays center for the Boston Celtics, left the game at halftime because of an ankle injury, further adding to his woes as he is yet to make a lot of appearances.
