Celtics' Jaylen Brown addresses third quarter slump vs. 76ers

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The Boston Celtics lost 113-97 to the Philadelphia 76ers, struggling particularly in the third quarter. Jaylen Brown acknowledged the team's shooting issues, especially from beyond the arc, as they prepare for a crucial game six.

Key points

Celtics lost 113-97 to the 76ers
Third quarter slump allowed 35 points
Jaylen Brown addressed shooting struggles
Celtics shot 13.6% in the fourth quarter
Next game is on April 29

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In what was an opportunity to close out their opening round playoff series, in front of their own fans, the Boston Celtics fell to a 113-97 defeat at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics have now lost two of their three home games in the series, and will need to try to wrap things up on the road when they head back to Philadelphia for game six. A tough third quarter helped set the tone for Boston's latest loss, allowing 35 points while only putting up 29 of its own. After the game, Jaylen Brown spoke to the media about the Celtics' third-quarter struggles. “I thought we got some good looks," Brown said. "I think we’ll take a look at it, but it felt like we got some good looks. We just didn’t knock them down tonight. But it felt like we got, you know, some really good shots. But you know, that’s the name of the game.” The Celtics took 20 shots in the third, shooting 45%. However, it was their struggles from deep, where they went 3-of-9, that saw them give ground to a Sixers team that was fighting with its back against the wall. To make matters worse, the Celtics didn't find any success in the fourth quarter, either, shooting 13.6% from the field on 3-of-22 shooting, worth just 11 points. Boston will have another chance to close out the series on Thursday, April 29. If they can't get the job done, they will be facing a game seven back in Boston. Hopefully, though, they can get things done on Thursday and book their spot in the second round. Watch or listen to the "Celtics Chronicle" podcast on: YouTube: Spotify: Apple: Substack: *This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Jaylen Brown addresses third quarter slump vs. 76ers*

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What did Jaylen Brown say about the Celtics' third quarter performance against the 76ers?

Jaylen Brown stated that the Celtics had good looks but failed to convert, emphasizing their struggles in the third quarter.

How many home games have the Celtics lost in the playoff series against the 76ers?

The Celtics have lost two of their three home games in the playoff series against the 76ers.

When is the next game for the Celtics against the 76ers?

The Celtics will play game six against the 76ers on Thursday, April 29.

Celtics' Jaylen Brown addresses third quarter slump vs. 76ers

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