Embiid vs. Celtics, game 7 could change history: “I’m tired of losing”

For Joel Embiid, this series against the Boston Celtics is more than just another playoff matchup. It’s personal. An open wound built over years, fueled by three straight playoff eliminations that Philadelphia has never truly gotten over. Now, with a decisive Game 7 looming, the leader of the Philadelphia 76ers has only one goal: finish the job.

The message he sent after Game 6 was crystal clear.

I’ve been facing these guys for a long time. I’m tired of losing to them. We have a chance to do something special

Joel Embiid

Embiid vs. Boston: a story still waiting to be rewritten

So far, the playoff record against Boston has been brutal: three series, three losses. The Celtics have consistently been the toughest obstacle for the Sixers’ No. 21, the rival that has repeatedly ended Philadelphia’s postseason dreams.

This time, however, the script could be different. The 76ers have shown resilience, rallying from a 3-1 deficit to even the series. In Game 6, backed by their home crowd, they earned a crucial 106-93 victory.

Embiid, despite not being at full physical strength, finished with 19 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, narrowly missing a triple-double while once again proving to be the team’s unquestioned centerpiece.

Game 7: one night to erase the past

Boston remains the favorite, especially at the TD Garden. But Philadelphia enters this game with momentum, confidence, and above all, an Embiid who looks more motivated than ever.

We have a great team. We just need to step on the floor with the same mentality we showed in the last two games

Joel Embiid

For the Sixers, this is about more than winning a series. It’s about shedding a burden, finally overcoming their biggest obstacle, and proving this team is ready for something greater.

Sunday night, Philadelphia will have the chance to leave the ghosts of the past behind. And this time, Joel Embiid has no intention of looking back.