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Celtics can’t overcome Embiid’s MVP performance, lose 103-101 to 76ers

Joel Embiid had his game of the season, finishing with 52 points on 20-of-25 shooting, while also collecting 13 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 blocks. After a series of boneheaded plays, Philadelphia almost allowed the Celtics back in the game in the final seconds, but they escaped with a 103-101 win.

The Celtics only shot 42 percent from the field, and Jayson Tatum had a rough night, finishing with 19 points on 7-of-20 shooting. This is his third straight game against Philly where he was held to under 20 points. Derrick White was fantastic, finishing with 26 points (15 in the 4th quarter), 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks.