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Similar to 2020, Celtics were an Al Horford away from advancing
Know some fans turned on Horford bc he chose to leave again. I’m sure Al was convinced by GS that they had a better chance at a title this yr than Boston in its “gap year.” That said I’m pretty confident we win this series with Al instead of Vucevic.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / May 3
An unexpected journey: The Celtics’ raised expectations and back again 
Oof. I need a minute to unfold myself and get some air back in my bruised lungs. That one hurt. I think the reason it hurt so much is because it was so unexpected.
The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 30-point games in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
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 3
Celtics' Jaylen Brown calls out 76ers' Joel Embiid for 'flopping around' following stunning first-round playoff collapse
Following a 109-100 loss in Game 7 at TD Garden in Boston on Saturday night, Brown called out the referees for giving Embiid favorable calls.
Brad Stevens News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3
Celtics’ Executive of the Year Brad Stevens’ big trade deadline acquisition was a DNP in Game 7
Brad Stevens is unquestionably one of the best executives in the NBA. The Boston Celtics’ decision maker transitioned nicely from head coach to the role of president of basketball operations, as he has already won a championship and two Executive of the Year titles as the man in charge of building Boston’s roster.
Joe Mazzulla News / HITC / May 3
Boston Celtics break unwanted 50-year record after Joe Mazzulla Game 7 gamble
Joe Mazzulla’s work this season should not be overlooked despite Boston’s playoff exit against the Philadelphia 76ers. He remains a strong Coach of the Year contender.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / May 3
In unprecedented collapse, the Celtics dishonored their long-held standard
BOSTON — The Boston Celtics began their season with three straight losses. Six months later, against the same Philadelphia 76ers they faced on Opening Night, their season ended with three straight losses in a historic fall from grace at TD Garden.
Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3
Bill Simmons’ last post before Celtics lost Game 7 to 76ers was too fitting
Sports commentator Bill Simmons must be in a world of pain right now after the Boston Celtics blew a 3-1 lead and were eliminated by the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the playoffs.
Ron Harper News / Athlon Sports / May 3
Lakers Legend Ron Harper Reacts After Celtics’ Playoff Elimination
Los Angeles Lakers fans watched Saturday night as their oldest and most bitter rivals, the Boston Celtics, were sent home in the first round of the 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.
Boston Celtics News / AirJordanChronicles / May 3
Celtics Match Rare 1959 Mark: Second Team to Lose Series With Multiple 30-Point Wins
The Boston Celtics picked up a troubling record after a frustrating Game 7 loss to the Sixers. They became only the second team in the league’s history to lose a playoff series despite recording dominant 30+ point wins. The Celtics held a 3-1 lead and looked poised to close the series.
Boston Celtics News / Total Pro Sports / May 3
Jaylen Brown Caught Off Guard by Late Jayson Tatum News Right Before Game 7
The Boston Celtics have been rubbing off opponents for the most part of this season. But now that their season ended in disappointment, one detail from Game 7 caught Jaylen Brown off guard at a crucial time.
Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / May 3
Game 7 ended the Celtics’ season before any of us were ready to let go
BOSTON — Minutes after Jayson Tatum was ruled out of Game 7, Joe Mazzulla walked into the media room wearing a black “Celtics Mindset” hoodie. He didn’t raise his voice or change his tone.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 3
Joel Embiid has a special message for Payton Pritchard after Game 7
Embiid clearly noticed comments Pritchard made prior to Embiid's return to action.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 3
Celtics’ Jaylen Brown takes shot at ‘flopping’ Joel Embiid after Game 7 loss
The Boston Celtics’ season ended on Saturday night following a 109-100 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 7 of their first-round playoff series at TD Garden.
Boston Celtics News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3
Everyone slammed Joe Mazzulla for his bizarre move that backfired in Game 7
Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is drawing serious heat for an ill-fated decision with his team’s season on the line.
Joe Mazzulla News / Yardbarker / May 3
Five incredible 76ers-Celtics Game 7 stats: Joe Mazzulla's lineup gamble was massive misfire
The Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics played in the first of what we can only hope is three Eastern Conference Game 7 thrillers on Saturday, a 109-100 76ers win.
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / May 2
Sixers rally past Celtics, advance after historic comeback
The 76ers didn’t just survive. They flipped the whole thing on its head. Down three games to one, staring at the usual questions, the usual noise, Joel Embiid and the Sixers responded the only way that matters — by winning.
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / May 2
Jayson Tatum Ruled Out For Game 7 Against Sixers
Jayson Tatum has been ruled out for the Celtics‘ Game 7 matchup against the Sixers on Saturday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports (Twitter link). The news comes as a huge blow to Boston, which took a 3-1 series lead over Philadelphia before losing two straight games as the Sixers forced the pivotal Game 7.
Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / May 2
Celtics have one game window to make necessary adjustments
Everything was looking great for the Celtics just the other day. Healthy roster and a 3-1 series lead and the expectation to win Game 5 at home and complete the "gentleman's sweep" of the 76ers.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / May 2
Boston Celtics Rule Out Superstar Just Before Game 7 vs. Philadelphia 76ers
The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are hours away from a do-or-die Game 7, and after initial reports that everyone on both teams was available,
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / May 1
Sixers force Game 7 vs. Celtics: ‘Tired of losing to them’
The Sixers picked the right night to look even more like themselves. They handled the Celtics 106-93 in Game 6, tying the series at 3-3 and setting up a Game 7 in Boston.
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