Celtics' Joe Mazzulla Under Fire After 76ers Win Game 7 in Boston
The Boston Celtics lost Game 7 to the Philadelphia 76ers 109-100, despite holding a 3-1 series lead, as key player Jayson Tatum missed the game due to knee stiffness. Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with strong performances, while the Celtics struggled with three-point shooting, making just 13 of 49 attempts. Head coach Joe Mazzulla faced heavy criticism for his game plan and lineup decisions, sparking calls for his removal.
- ▪Jayson Tatum missed Game 7 due to knee stiffness, leaving the Celtics without their superstar.
- ▪Joel Embiid scored 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, while Tyrese Maxey added 30 points and 11 rebounds for the 76ers.
- ▪The Celtics made only 13 of 49 three-point attempts, continuing a trend of poor shooting in critical moments.
- ▪Joe Mazzulla faced intense fan backlash over his coaching decisions, particularly his Game 7 starting lineup.
- ▪Jaylen Brown recorded 33 points, nine rebounds, and six assists in a standout performance without Tatum.
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By Matthew CoudenContributing WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Boston Celtics seemed to have Game 7 on lockdown until news arrived over an hour or so before tipoff that their superstar, Jayson Tatum, would sit on the sidelines due to injury concerns.Reports suggested Tatum had knee stiffness, and as a precaution, the team decided to keep him off the court, allowing the squad that won games this season without him to try to get it done.
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