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Celtics vs 76ers Game 5 live score, updates, highlights from 2026 NBA playoffs first-round series
TL;DR
The 76ers won Game 5 against the Celtics 113-97, narrowing the series deficit to 3-2. Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey combined for 58 points, while the Celtics struggled with their three-point shooting.
Key points
- 76ers won Game 5 113-97
- Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey scored 58 points
- Celtics shot 28% from three-point range
- Series is now 3-2 in favor of the Celtics
- Every remaining game is an elimination game
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The 76ers are down 3-2 in the series, but they have renewed life after their Game 5 113-97 win. Philadelphia surged back into this series on the play of Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. The Philly tandem produced 58 points including a 25/10 double-double from Maxey.
Despite the series lead, Boston has gone a tad cold from three. In Game 5, the Celtics shot 28% from three and took almost 40 three-point shots (11 of 39). However, in two of their three series wins, the Celtics shot 43% and 45% from three respectively.
Philadelphia played like a team facing elimination last time out. The 76ers were +23 in the second half. Every game the rest of the way is an elimination game. The question is can Philadelphia even the series at home? Where they are 0-2 in this series and lost one of those games by more than 30.
Q&A
What was the score of the Celtics vs 76ers Game 5?
The 76ers defeated the Celtics 113-97 in Game 5.
Who were the standout players in the 76ers' Game 5 victory?
Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey were the standout players, scoring a combined 58 points.
What is the current series status between the Celtics and 76ers?
The Celtics lead the series 3-2 after the 76ers' Game 5 win.
