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Skip Bayless Notes Joel Embiid’s 0-3 Game 7 Record Before Next Opportunity

Commentator Skip Bayless has highlighted Joel Embiid and his 0-3 record in Game 7s, raising questions about the 76ers star’s performance under elimination pressure ahead of the series decider.

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Philadelphia 76ers Beat Boston Celtics To Force Winner-Take-All Game 7

A few days ago, the entire basketball world was ready to write the obituary for the Philadelphia 76ers. Down 3-1 to the Boston Celtics, looking completely gassed, and getting blown off the floor by 30+ points, twice.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 1

Joel Embiid Turns Near Fall Into Hilarious Moment After Getting Tripped by Luka Garza

Every single time Joel Embiid falls down and hits the floor, Philly fans hold their breath, wishing that their star avoided another injury. But after he fell again tonight after a trip by Luka Garza, they surprisingly showered him with cheers.

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The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the active NBA players who have averaged 20 points-per-game or more in at least three seasons can you name in six minutes?

The '600-point NBA postseasons' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

Kelly Oubre News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 1

76ers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. drops most quotable take after forcing Game 7 vs. Celtics

If you need a reminder that Kelly Oubre Jr. is the undisputed king of vibes in Philadelphia, look no further than his postgame availability on Thursday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 1

Celtics stay ice-cold from three-point range in Game 6 loss to 76ers

For the last few seasons, the Boston Celtics have built an elite offense by overwhelming opponents with three-point shooting and ball movement. When the shots aren't falling, like they weren't in Thursday's Game 6 loss, that offense looks very ordinary.

Tyrese Maxey, Sixers dump Celtics again, send series to Game 7

Grant Hill dropped the craziest line about Joel Embiid in Game 6

Knicks fans already taunting next opponent with three-word chant

The 'Single playoff-points leaders' quiz

Nick Nurse News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Nick Nurse downplays Game 6 Celtics drubbing with honest admission

The Philadelphia 76ers thwarted elimination by walloping the Boston Celtics 106-93 Thursday. Head coach Nick Nurse and the Sixers felt the energy from inside the Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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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 / Field Level Media / April 30

Tyrese Maxey, Sixers dump Celtics again, send series to Game 7

Tyrese Maxey scored 30 points Thursday as the surging Philadelphia 76ers posted a 106-93 win over the visiting Boston Celtics, forcing a decisive Game 7 in a first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

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The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most 3's in a playoff game by team' quiz

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1

Knicks fans already taunting next opponent with three-word chant

New York Knicks fans were puffing their chests for good reason Thursday after the team manhandled the Atlanta Hawks to advance to the second round.

Knicks clinch series with historically dominant win over Hawks

Tempers flare in Knicks-Hawks Game 6 blowout as multiple players are ejected

Internet reacts to Knicks taking 61-point lead on Hawks in Game 6

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Grant Hill dropped the craziest line about Joel Embiid in Game 6

Grant Hill was dropping bars during Thursday night’s game. The retired Basketball Hall of Famer Hill was on the call for NBC during Game 6 between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers.

Kelly Oubre News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / April 30

How Kelly Oubre Jr.'s Struggles Have Hurt Sixers Against Celtics in Playoffs

Kelly Oubre Jr. told reporters in late September that he dyed his hair red before the 2025-26 season to bring out the fire within him. However, he still has yet to ignite in the playoffs.

Quentin Grimes News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / April 29

How Quentin Grimes Kept the Sixers' Postseason Hopes Alive in Game 5 vs. Celtics

The Sixers were clinging to a three-point lead with six minutes remaining in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 29

NBA legend Magic Johnson issues apology to the 76ers

Magic Johnson counted out the Philadelphia 76ers too soon.

Joel Embiid keeps 76ers alive with massive Game 5 effort

Jayson Tatum had an honest reaction to Joel Embiid’s form in Game 5

The 'Most 15-assist games in NBA history' quiz

NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 28

4 Reasons Why 76ers Dominated Celtics In Game 5 To Send Series To Philadelphia

The Philadelphia 76ers delivered a statement performance in Game 5, overpowering the Boston Celtics to swing the series back in their favor. Facing immense pressure, Philadelphia responded with one of their most complete efforts of the postseason, winning 113-97.

Dalen Terry News / The Lead / April 28

Why Did the Sixers Give Dalen Terry a Contract for This Playoff Run?

The Sixers are once again in a familiar place. After a 128–96 loss to the Celtics in Game 4, they now face elimination in their first-round series. As