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Why Celtics Fans Should Be Optimistic About Game 3 Chances Vs. 76ers
TL;DR
The Boston Celtics lost Game 2 to the Philadelphia 76ers, tying the series at 1-1. Despite this setback, the Celtics have performed well on the road during the playoffs under coach Joe Mazzulla.
Key points
- Celtics lost Game 2 to 76ers
- Series is tied at 1-1
- Celtics have strong road performance in playoffs
- Joe Mazzulla is the head coach
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The Boston Celtics lost Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers at home on Tuesday, as they're wont to do. Having lost home-court advantage for the series, now they'll head to Philadelphia with the series tied at 1-1.
Fortunately for the Celtics, they've been one of the best road teams in the NBA under Joe Mazzulla, especially in the playoffs.
Boston went 26-15 in away games this season, which was tied for the fourth-best road record in the NBA.
Over the last five years, the Celtics are 23-11 in postseason road games. By comparison, they had only 23 road wins in their previous 69 road playoff games combined.
That bodes well for Boston heading into its next two games at Wells Fargo Center. With Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and , the Celtics have a veteran core that knows how to win on the road in the postseason.
Q&A
What was the outcome of Game 2 between the Celtics and 76ers?
The Boston Celtics lost Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers, resulting in a tied series at 1-1.
How have the Celtics performed on the road in the playoffs?
The Celtics have been one of the best road teams in the NBA during the playoffs under head coach Joe Mazzulla.
What are the implications of losing home-court advantage for the Celtics?
Losing home-court advantage means the Celtics will need to win games on the road to advance in the playoffs, increasing the pressure in upcoming games.
