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Sixers star Joel Embiid makes plea to Philly fans before series vs. Knicks
TL;DR
Joel Embiid urges Philadelphia fans to support the Sixers as they prepare for their playoff series against the Knicks. The team recently made history by defeating the Celtics in Game 7, overcoming a 3-1 series deficit.
Key points
- Joel Embiid calls for fan support before Knicks series
- Sixers defeated Celtics 109-100 in Game 7
- First time Celtics lost a series after leading 3-1
- Embiid scored 34 points in the victory
- Philadelphia's previous record was 0-18 when trailing 3-1
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The Philadelphia 76ers made history by defeating the Boston Celtics in Game 7 of their NBA playoff series.
On Saturday, May 2, the Sixers claimed a 109-100 victory in Boston. It marked the first time in 33 opportunities the legendary Celtics franchise blew a 3-1 series lead. Philadelphia entered 0-18 when trailing 3-1.
Philadelphia center Joel Embiid returned from injury earlier in the series to put up 34 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in the stunning triumph. Tyrese Maxey pitched in with 30 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists.
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But after the game, Embiid turned his focus to the 76ersâ next opponent, the New York Knicks. Furthermore, he urged Philly fans to refrain from selling tickets to Knicks supporters, per Barstool Sports.
âI just have a message for our fans. The last time we played the Knicks it felt like this was Madison Square Garden East. Weâre going to need your support. Donât sell your tickets. This is bigger than you,â Embiid said.
Recent history remembered
The third-seeded Knicks are favored against the seventh-seeded 76ers in the second-round series. The teams split their four regular-season meetings.
Q&A
What did Joel Embiid say to Philadelphia fans before the Knicks series?
Joel Embiid made a heartfelt plea for fans to rally behind the Sixers as they head into their playoff series against the Knicks.
How did the Sixers defeat the Celtics in Game 7?
The Sixers won 109-100 in Game 7, marking the first time the Celtics lost a series after leading 3-1, with Embiid scoring 34 points.
What is the significance of the Sixers' victory over the Celtics?
The victory is historic as it ended Philadelphia's 0-18 record when trailing 3-1 in playoff series, showcasing a major turnaround for the team.