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Did the Philadelphia 76ers bring Joel Embiid back too soon vs. the Boston Celtics?

Was it a mistake to bring Joel Embiid back in Game 2? Did the 76ers make a mistake by bringing him in too early after taking Game 1?

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Joe Mazzulla Had an Epic Mic Drop to End Press Conference After Playoff Win

The Celtics coach clearly heard the noise after his team’s Game 1 loss.

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SI:AM | The Celtics Responded

Their defense stepped up to tie the series.

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Joel Embiid makes NBA championship vow after breakthrough moment

The Philadelphia 76ers center is targeting winning a championship with the franchise after beating Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo to the 2023 NBA MVP award

Daily Mirror

Celtics Regain Playoff Footing With ‘Angry’ Defensive Performance

Boston leveled the Eastern Conference semifinals through a tone-setting blowout win over the 76ers in Game 2.

Sports Illustrated

Celtics Lab 187: Rapid response to Boston’s blowout Game 2 win, Embiid’s flop of a return, and odd drone decisions

How will the Sixers adjust? Do we feel any different about anything in light of how the Celtics won?

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Celtics throttle Sixers with 121-87 Game 2 win, even series 1-1

Marcus Smart set the tone as the Celtics dropped the hammer on the Sixers, allowing Boston to grab a 121-87 Game 2 victory.

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Joel Embiid says he is ready for Game 2 vs. the Boston Celtics – are they ready?

Is it too early for Embiid to return to play? Is he taking a risk by returning so soon? And stylistically, will his return actually hurt the 76ers in how they play against Boston?

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Joel Embiid: the star who toppled critics and implicit bias to win NBA MVP

The center’s season should go down as a validation of The Process, a breakthrough made sweeter by the Sixers remaining undefeated through the first two rounds of the NBA playoffs

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James Harden Had the Perfect Gift for Joel Embiid After MVP Announcement

The 76ers center couldn’t help but show off the gift after his teammate gave it to him.

Sports Illustrated

Jeff Goodman: The Boston Celtics were an ’embarrassment’ in Game 1 vs. the Philadelphia 76ers

What will happen with Joel Embiid now that he is planning to play barring any setbacks? Will he play in Game 2, or is this more smokescreen from Philly?

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Stephen A. Smith Explains Why Joel Embiid Playing in Game 2 Is a ‘Mistake’

The ESPN commentator weighed in on why the MVP should not play in Wednesday’s game against the Celtics.

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NBA MVP Joel Embiid Learned To Shoot by Watching YouTube

Politicians attack social media for spreading conspiracies and so-called misinformation. But what about when social media helps someone become an NBA star?

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Shams: Joel Embiid to return to court for 76ers in Game 2 vs. Celtics barring setbacks

We will likely see the impact of the 2023 MVP in the series for the first time on Wednesday night.

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Report: Major Update on Joel Embiid’s Injury Status Ahead of Game 2 in Boston

The league MVP is expected to return to the lineup on Wednesday night in Boston.

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SI:AM | The Sixers Need James Harden’s Help Again

Even with Joel Embiid back, the other former MVP needs to step up.

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The Celtics Should Be the East’s Overwhelming Favorite, But They Sure Don’t Look Like It

The question about this Boston team is whether it has the tenacity and killer instinct to go all the way.

Daily Mirror

Joel Embiid reaction to winning NBA MVP sums him up after incredible journey

Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid clinched the coveted Most Valuable Player award - his first - ahead of Denver Nuggets ace Nikola Jokic and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Joel Embiid Revisits Bold Prediction From Before Rookie Season

Even before his NBA debut, the newly-crowned MVP had all-world confidence.

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Nikola Jokic Snubbed by One NBA MVP Voter

The Nuggets star was named on 99 of 100 ballots.

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Joel Embiid Is One of the Most Improbable MVPs Ever

The 76ers star overcame injuries and hardship to make an unexpected run to basketball’s pinnacle.

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Should we be worried about the Boston Celtics playing the Philadelphia 76ers?

Can the Celtics be trusted in big moments at all anymore?

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Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics: How to watch, broadcast, lineups (Game 2)

The Celtics hope to make up for their poor showing in Game 1 to regain homecourt advantage with a chance that injured star center Joel Embiid might not play.

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The Sixers’ heartwarming reaction to Joel Embiid winning NBA MVP is everything

What a moment for Joel Embiid!

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finishes No. 5 in 2022-23 MVP voting

After a career season, SGA finished 5th in MVP voting.

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