Boston Crushes Philadelphia to Take Series Lead! /VIDEO/

The 2024 NBA champions have launched their quest for a new title with a dominant performance, easily defeating Philadelphia on their home court, who were playing without Joel Embiid.

Boston claimed all four quarters, with the outcome largely decided after the first, as the Celtics established a significant lead (33:18). The home team's advantage grew to over 20 points in the second quarter, a lead they comfortably maintained and even extended throughout the game to secure a decisive victory.

Jaylen Brown led the scoring for Boston with 26 points, while Jayson Tatum contributed 25 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists.

For the Philadelphia squad, Tyrese Maxey was the top performer with 21 points, Pol Džordž added 17 points, and V.J. Edgecombe chipped in with 13.

The series is a best-of-seven, with the next game scheduled for April 22nd, also in Boston.

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