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Jayson Tatum has strong return to playoffs for Celtics, who rout 76ers 123-91 in Game 1
TL;DR
Jayson Tatum returned to the playoffs with 25 points, leading the Boston Celtics to a 123-91 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1. The Celtics dominated throughout, never trailing and building a 35-point lead.
Key points
- Jayson Tatum scored 25 points in his playoff return
- Boston Celtics won 123-91 against Philadelphia 76ers
- Celtics built a 35-point lead during the game
- Jaylen Brown added 26 points for the Celtics
- Celtics made 16 three-pointers in the game
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Jayson Tatum had 25 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists in his first playoff game since rupturing his right Achilles tendon last season, and the Boston Celtics rolled past the Philadelphia 76ers 123-91 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series on Sunday.
Jaylen Brown scored 26 points and Neemias Queta added 13 for the second-seeded Celtics.
Tatum scored 21 points in the first half, playing in just his 17th game this season following surgery last May to repair his Achilles tendon.
Boston never trailed, building a 35-point lead as coach Joe Mazzulla gave minutes to 12 players. The Celtics connected on 16 3-pointers.
Game 2 is Tuesday night in Boston.
Tyrese Maxey had 21 points and eight assists for the 76ers, who played without Joel Embiid. The 2023 MVP continues to recover following an appendectomy on April 9. Itâs unclear when he will be able to return.
Paul George scored 17 points and V.J. Edgecombe added 13. was 4 of 23 from 3-point range.
Q&A
What were Jayson Tatum's stats in Game 1 of the playoffs?
Jayson Tatum scored 25 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and provided seven assists in his playoff return.
How did the Boston Celtics perform against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1?
The Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 123-91, leading by as much as 35 points during the game.
What injury did Jayson Tatum recover from before the playoffs?
Jayson Tatum recovered from a ruptured right Achilles tendon, which he suffered last season.
