nba Game Recap
76ers vs Celtics Final: 116-115 - Recap
Boston was victimized by James Harden for 42 points as the 76ers defeated the Celtics 116-115 in NBA action on Sunday.
Philadelphia won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +0.0-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 213.5.
Joel Embiid had 34 points for Philadelphia and Tyrese Maxey chipped in with 14 points. James Harden had 9 assists for the 76ers, while Joel Embiid was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Boston got 24 points from Jayson Tatum in a losing cause and another 23 points from Jaylen Brown. Marcus Smart contributed 7 assists for the Celtics, while Jayson Tatum had 18 rebounds.
The 76ers hit the break winning 59-50 before taking care of business in the second half.