76ers up next for Knicks in playoffs after surviving Jayson Tatum-less Celtics in Game 7 thriller
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics 107-100 in Game 7 of their playoff series, advancing to the Eastern Conference semifinals despite the Celtics' strong performance without injured star Jayson Tatum. The 76ers will now face the New York Knicks, who previously advanced by defeating the Atlanta Hawks. Joel Embiid led Philadelphia with 34 points, while Tyrese Maxey added 30, and Jaylen Brown scored 33 for Boston.
- ▪The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Boston Celtics 107-100 in Game 7 of their playoff series.
- ▪Jayson Tatum was ruled out for the Celtics due to a left knee injury.
- ▪Joel Embiid scored 34 points for the 76ers, while Tyrese Maxey added 30.
- ▪Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 33 points in the loss.
- ▪The 76ers will face the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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NBA New York Knicks 76ers up next for Knicks in playoffs after surviving Jayson Tatum-less Celtics in Game 7 thriller By Andrew Crane Published May 2, 2026, 10:06 p.m. ET It was nearly an improbable victory for the Celtics, nearly managing to snag a Game 7 victory without superstar Jayson Tatum — ruled out Saturday due to a left knee injury. 3 Joel Embiid drives to the basket during the 76ers’ May 2 game against the Celtics. Imagn Images 3 Jaylen Brown attempts a shot during Game 7 between the Celtics and 76ers on May 2. Anadolu via Getty Images It was nearly the rematch everyone expected between the Knicks and the Celtics entering the postseason, when these teams appeared on a collision course.
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