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On YouTubeVJ Edgecombe News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 21
76ers’ VJ Edgecombe reveals touching Joel Embiiid stance before Game 2 vs. Celtics
The Philadelphia 76ers are in a tough battle in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Boston Celtics, and it’s not made easier by the current status of Sixers star big man Joel Embiid.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 21
Final Injury Report for 76ers-Celtics Game 2: Will Joel Embiid, Ron Harper Jr. Play?
The Philadelphia 76ers are on the road on Tuesday night as they travel to take on the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Philadelphia enters Tuesday’s game trailing 0-1 in the series after losing on the road to Boston in Game 1 on Sunday afternoon.
Can 76ers Put the Pieces Together In Time to Compete With Celtics?
For the Philadelphia 76ers, the postseason didn’t arrive with momentum or clarity. It arrived with questions — and after Game 1 against the Celtics, even more urgency.
The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz
How many of the players with the most points in their NBA debut for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Joel Embiid News / Athlon Sports / April 20
76ers Announce Joel Embiid News After Missing Game 1 Against Celtics
Joel Embiid was forced to watch on as Tyrese Maxey and the No. 7 seed Philadelphia 76ers fell into a 0-1 hole after suffering a 123-91 Game 1 loss to Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics in the first round of the NBA Playoffs.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Joe Mazzulla News / Total Pro Sports / April 20
Joe Mazzulla Calls Out Philadelphia 76ers Play Before It Happens in Genius Moment
The Boston Celtics’ postseason opener on Sunday was a masterclass in preparation that made the widening gap between the East’s elite and the rest of the
VJ Edgecombe News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 20
76ers’ VJ Edgecombe drops defiant truth bomb on losing playoff debut by 32 points to Celtics
The Philadelphia 76ers dropped Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series, falling 123-91 to the Boston Celtics on Sunday afternoon. Boston led by 15 after the first quarter and never trailed, eventually building a 35-point advantage in what became the franchise’s largest opening-game playoff win.
Joel Embiid News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20
Troubling update emerges about Joel Embiid’s status
The Philadelphia 76ers may have to ride out the rest of their season without the services of The Process. 76ers center Joel Embiid missed Sunday’s Game 1 against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in Boston, Mass.
Paul George News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 19
Paul George hints 76ers offense wasn’t as bad as it looked in Game 1
The Philadelphia 76ers were not their best selves in Game 1 against the Boston Celtics, as they lost 123-91. From the beginning of the game until the end, the 76ers couldn’t find a rhythm, and they were fighting from behind throughout.
Nick Nurse News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 19
Nick Nurse hits 76ers with ‘absolutely unacceptable’ mic drop after 32-point Game 1 loss to Celtics
On Sunday, the Philadelphia 76ers began their 2026 playoff run with a dud by losing to the Boston Celtics by a score of 123-91. This game was uncompetitive essentially from the opening tip, and casts a major doubt over whether or not the 76ers will be able to even challenge Boston in this series, let alone beat them.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19
Joel Embiid-less 76ers look like they stand little chance against Jayson Tatum-led Celtics in Game 1 loss
Tatum has reminded the Boston Celtics why they missed him dearly during last season's NBA playoffs.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 19
76ers most to blame for ugly Game 1 loss to Celtics in 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Philadelphia 76ers had a rough start to the playoffs, losing 123-91 to the Boston Celtics in Game 1. They came into the game with not much rest, like other teams, as they had to earn their spot earlier in the week with the Play-In Tournament.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / April 19
Ready or Not, It's Tyrese Maxey's Time
PHILADELPHIA — With a gasp and a head shaking side to side, Tyrese Maxey whispered, "Crazy". He was confronted with the premise that he's the top dog against the Boston Celtics this time around, whereas in the past he'd been an ancillary cast member to Joel Embiid and James Harden.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Wire / April 19
Sixers Notes: Paul George, playoffs, Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid
The Sixers and Celtics saw each other four times this season. Doesn’t mean much now. As Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer noted, three of those games came early.
NBA News / Field Level Media / April 18
Celtics, 76ers renew acquaintances in series opener
Although the Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers met four times during the regular season, each team will have a different look Sunday afternoon when they meet in Boston for Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Fadeaway World / April 17
'27 Teammates In One Year' – Former 76er Explains How Difficult ‘The Process’ Era Was In Philadelphia
The Philadelphia 76ers have now made the playoffs in eight out of nine seasons, but they were the NBA’s punching bag prior to that. The 76ers infamously entered a full-scale rebuild titled “The Process” in 2013, and lost games at a ridiculous rate over the next three seasons.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17
Paolo Banchero earns redemption in Magic's win over Hornets
In earning some redemption and continuing to make a name for himself, Paolo Banchero put on a show on Friday night. Banchero's performance led the Orlando Magic to a 121-90 win over the Charlotte Hornets, securing an actual spot in the NBA playoffs.
Nick Nurse News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 17
76ers’ Nick Nurse admits guarding Celtics will be incredible challenge
The Philadelphia 76ers played a sensational game against the Orlando Magic to get past the Play-In round, and they get the opportunity to move on to play the No.
Tyrese Maxey News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / April 16
Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe Are Running Toward the Fire
PHILADELPHIA — Kyle Lowry called Tyrese Maxey in May, some weeks after the brutal 2024-25 Sixers season mercifully ended. In that call, Maxey made Lowry a promise: The Sixers would be in the playoffs in 2026.
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in their NBA debut for every franchise can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe shows no fear in postseason debut
Twenty-year-old VJ Edgecombe played his first NBA postseason game Wednesday night for the Philadelphia 76ers. He looked like an experienced veteran in the Sixers' 109-97 win over the Orlando Magic.
Adem Bona News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / April 15
Are the Youngest Sixers Ready For Their First Taste of Postseason Basketball?
PHILADELPHIA — Adem Bona will walk into the gym the same time he always does on Wednesday night. He will take his pregame nap as usual. His routine will not change.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Hoops Rumors / April 10
Sixers To Promote Dalen Terry, Cut Cameron Payne
The Sixers are making a change at the back of their roster ahead of the postseason, according to Tony Jones of The Athletic (Twitter link), who reports that wing Dalen Terry is being promoted from his two-way contract to a standard deal, while point guard Cameron Payne will be placed on waivers.
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