The Game 6 between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics is going to be immense. With the Celtics failing to make it count, playing at home in Game 5, the Sixers managed to take the win. As a result, the deadlock is broken and the Sixers are leading the series 3-2. However, the Celtics failed to capitalize at home, as the Sixers maintained a healthy lead throughout the game, barely giving the Celtics any chance to win.
Joel Embiid who is a huge concern for the Sixers due to an injury played a critical role in ensuring the win. With Jayson Tatum getting a game-high 36 points, he was left disappointed as he saw his team lose out at home. With Game 6 being played in Philadelphia, the crowd will be behind their team and the recently crowned MVP. It ought to be a huge blow for the Celtics if they lose tonight.
Joel Embiid is questionable for the Philadelphia 76ers vs Boston Celtics game
The newly crowned MVP, Joel Embiid, for much of the season, has played spectacular basketball. However, with injury concerns, he has had the coaching staff scratching their head. However, missing out on just 2 games in the postseason, he is battling it out. Each game is crucial, and especially against the Celtics, he has played admirably. However, once again Embiid is listed as questionable ahead of the Sixer-Celtics game. Nonetheless, we can expect Embiid to gear up for tonight’s matchup.
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The Boston Celtics have been a tremendous team in the league, however, it is a tough outing against the Sixers. It is going to be a huge game for the Celtics who are on the brink of elimination. With the Sixers being 1 win away from eliminating the Celtics from the Playoffs, the team will need all the players to step up. With no significant injuries in the Celtics roster, it is time for them to make the most of this aspect. Let’s take a look at the complete injury report and expected roster of both teams.
Philadelphia 76ers injury report
- Joel Embiid (Questionable)
Philadelphia 76ers expected roster
- Tobias Harris
- P.J. Tucker
- James Harden
- Tyrese Maxey
- Joel Embiid (Questionable)
Boston Celtics injury report
- Danilo Gallinari (Out)
Boston Celtics expected roster
- Jaylen Brown
- Jayson Tatum
- Al Horford
- Marcus Smart
- Derrick White
The Philadelphia 76ers will be favored to knock the Boston Celtics out tonight
With the Sixers playing at home and the Celtics battling the thought of getting eliminated, it ought to be a spectacular game. It is the Playoffs, and home-court advantage is not the only factor that will be in play tonight. Both teams have been named favorites to win the title, however, only one of them can reach it. With the win last time out, 115-103, the Sixers will look to carry the momentum to delight their home fans tonight.