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Joe Mazzulla Calls 76ers 'Tough Test' For Celtics Before Playoff Matchup
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Joe Mazzulla acknowledges the Philadelphia 76ers as a 'tough test' for the Boston Celtics ahead of their playoff matchup. The Celtics are set to begin their championship pursuit against the 76ers, who earned the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference.
Key points
- Joe Mazzulla calls 76ers a 'tough test'
- Celtics prepare for playoff matchup
- 76ers secured No. 7 seed in Eastern Conference
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Joe Mazzulla won't take the Philadelphia 76ers lightly as the Boston Celtics prepare for their first-round series.
The Celtics commence their championship pursuit against the 76ers, who secured the Eastern Conference's No. 7 seed with Wednesday's play-in victory over the Orlando Magic. Mazzulla credited Boston's upcoming opponents for overcoming adversity throughout the season, per WEEI's Justin Turpin.
"We know we have to be at our best. We know they're gonna be at their best," Mazzulla said on Friday. "Philly is a great team, as you saw throughout the season. To get to this point with all the injuries that they've had, and to be where they are now, it's gonna be a tough test for us. We’ve got to be ready for it."
Paul George played just 37 games this season, but the nine-time All-Star is healthy for his first postseason with the 76ers. However, Joel Embiid could be another story.
Q&A
What did Joe Mazzulla say about the 76ers before the playoffs?
Joe Mazzulla called the 76ers a 'tough test' for the Celtics as they prepare for their playoff series.
How did the 76ers secure their playoff spot?
The 76ers secured the Eastern Conference's No. 7 seed by winning a play-in game against the Orlando Magic.
When do the Celtics start their playoff series against the 76ers?
The Celtics will begin their playoff series against the 76ers as part of their championship pursuit.
